what tissue contains the cortex, pith, and mesophyll in plants
Parenchyma (Para-beside, enchyma-In poured) Parenchyma is the fundamental tissue of the plant body. It is found in every part of the plant body like pith and cortex of stem and root, mesophyll of leaves, flesh of fruits, floral parts and even in xylem and Phloem. Cells have thin primary walls and polyhedral shapes.