The structure and functions of parenchyma are as follows:
- Parenchyma consists of isodiametric, thin-walled living cells with intercellular space.
- Each cell is bounded by a cellulosic cell wall with a centrally located large vacuole and peripheral cytoplasm having a nucleus.
- It is found in almost all parts stem, root, leaf, flowers, and fruit.
- The main function is the storage of material.
- It is modified into the following types on specif functions such as:
- Prosenchyma
- Chlorenchyma
- Aerenchyma
- Xylem Parenchyma
- Phloem Parenchyma