Periderm

Synonyms of periderm

• cork
• phellogen
• cork cambium

Antonyms of periderm

• xylem
• phloem
• inner bark

Collocations of periderm

protective layer

Frequency: 70 %

The periderm serves as a protective layer for the plant's stem.

outer covering

Frequency: 65 %

The periderm forms the outer covering of the tree trunk.

secondary growth

Frequency: 60 %

The periderm is involved in the process of secondary growth in plants.

cork cambium

Frequency: 50 %

The periderm is produced by the cork cambium in woody plants.

bark formation

Frequency: 45 %

The periderm contributes to bark formation in trees.

Idiomatic Expressions for periderm

• Phrase: bark is worse than their bite
  Meaning: Used to describe someone who may seem aggressive or threatening but is actually harmless.
  Usage: Don't be afraid of the new boss, his bark is worse than his bite.