It's a waxy layer of the epidermal cell membranes. It prevents loss of water and also protects the leaf against intrusions or damage by insects, bacteria, virus.In a leaf, what is the funtion of the cuticle?
';Waxy cuticle coats the leaves and other above ground parts of most plants, helping the plant body retain water. However, the cuticle also slows down the exchange of carbon dioxide and oxygen between the surrounding air and the inside of photosynthesizing leaves.';In a leaf, what is the funtion of the cuticle?
its a waxy surface layer that helps prevent the leaf from loosing too much water.
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