Definitions

1. noun

A tissue of dead or living cells that is formed from the cambium layer in plants, typically found in the wood of trees and shrubs, responsible for the growth of secondary tissues.

“The xylogen in the tree trunk helps to support its structure and facilitate the transportation of nutrients and water.”

2. noun

A region of the plant where xylogenesis occurs.

“The xylogen is a critical area for the development of the plant’s vascular system.”