Contribution of secondary thickening to strength and support of a growing plant

• Vascular forms secondary xylem which lignin that provides support.
• Cork cambium forms the tough outermost layer of the stem that provides strength.
• Increase in girth also increases rigidity of the stem providing strength and support.

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