Sclerenchyma
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<plantfyi-glossary slug="sclerenchyma"></plantfyi-glossary>Definition
A strengthening tissue composed of cells with thick, lignified secondary walls, typically dead at maturity. Sclerenchyma fibers provide tensile strength (flax, hemp, jute), while sclereids create the gritty texture in pear flesh and hard nut shells.
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