Indoor Plant Nutrient Transport Mechanisms

FAQ About Indoor Plant Nutrient Transport Mechanisms

What are the primary nutrient transport mechanisms in indoor plants?

Indoor plants primarily use two vascular tissues for nutrient transport: xylem and phloem. Xylem is responsible for the upward movement of water and dissolved minerals from the roots to the leaves, while phloem transports sugars and other organic nutrients produced during photosynthesis from the leaves to other parts of the plant.