Definition

A type of tissue in plants that produces cork cells, forming part of the outer protective layer of stems and roots.

Example

The phellogen is responsible for the formation of cork in the bark of trees.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of phellogen?

No, what is that?

It's a layer of tissue in plants that helps with growth.

Interesting! I never knew plants had such specific structures.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Phellogen → It is formed from "phellos" (from Greek, meaning cork) and "genes" (from Greek, meaning born of or producing). The word "phellogen" refers to the tissue that produces cork in plants, thus meaning the cork-producing layer.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cork' ('phellos') and 'producing' ('genes') to remember that 'phellogen' is the layer that produces cork in plants.

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