Question

Why is epidermis important for the plants?

Answer 1

epidermis is important for the plants because it covers the outermost part of the plant and protect from harmul bacterias for plants by resists its entry.

Answer 2

Epidermis the outermost, protoderm-derived, single layer of cells present around the stems, roots, leaves, flowers, fruits and seeds of plants. This layer has a waxy cuticle and is protective in function.  

Epidermis is important for plants where it performs the following essential functions:

i) Protection against mechanical injury, infection, environmental influences.

ii) Regulate transpiration, increase water absorption, and secrete metabolic compounds.

iii) Receptors for environmental signals. Transmits signals to the plants.