Is phellem made up of dead cells?

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Phellem:
Yes, phellem is made up of dead cells.
It is the bark's outer tissue, serves as a barrier, and is responsible for forming the periderm.
Tannins are present in phellem cells.
Suberization makes the cell walls impenetrable.
At regular intervals, the outer layer of the phellem is peeled off.

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