lenticel

• Poro o pequeña abertura ligeramente elevada que aparece en los tallos y la corteza de las plantas leñosas, que facilita el intercambio de gases entre los tejidos internos y la atmósfera.

A small, raised pore on the stems and bark of woody plants that facilitates the exchange of gases between the internal tissues and the atmosphere.

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   One of many raised pores on the stems of woody plants that allow the interchange of gas between the atmosphere and the interior tissue.

   Lenticela

   • The birch tree's bark is marked by horizontal lenticels.
   • Lenticels are essential for gas exchange in woody stems.
   • During heavy rain, lenticels can become clogged with water.