The differences between the Dicot root and the Monocot root are as follows:
SN | Dicot Root | Monocot Root |
1. | Cortex is comparatively narrower. | Cortex is comparatively wider. |
2. | Vascular bundles are normally 2-6. | Vascular bundles are more than 6 (polyarch). |
3. | Secondary growth takes place. | Secondary growth is absent. |
4. | Pith is either absent or very small. | Pith is well developed. |
4. | Conjunctive tissues are parenchymatous. | Conjunctive tissue may be parenchymatous or sclerenchymatous |