noun🔗ShareXilemaA vascular tissue in land plants primarily responsible for the distribution of water and minerals taken up by the roots; also the primary component of wood."The sturdy oak tree's xylem transports water from its roots up to its leaves. "El xilema del robusto roble transporta agua desde sus raíces hasta sus hojas.plantbiologyanatomystructureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading