endodermis

Meaning

1. In a plant stem or root, a cylinder of cells that separates the outer cortex from the central core. The endodermis controls flow of water and minerals within the plant. In most plants, this tissue is restricted to the roots.
2. The deepest layer of the skin.

Synonyms

endoderm

endothelium

Translations

Endodermis

Endothel

innere Haut

endoderme

endoderma

endodermide

endodermo

Endothelium

endodermis

Etymology

From endo- (“within”) + dermis (“skin”).