Following are the important differences between xylem and phloem:
| Xylem |
Phloem |
| Xylem tissues are tubular-shaped structure, with the absence of cross walls. This tissue resembles the shape of a star. |
Phloem tissues are elongated, tubular-shaped structures that include thin sieve tubes with walls. |
| Xylem occupies the centre of the vascular bundle. |
Phloem is located on the outer side of the vascular bundle. |
| Xylem fibres are smaller. |
Phloem fibres are larger. |
| They are present in leaves, stems, and roots. |
They are present in leaves, roots, stems but transports and grow in fruits seeds and roots. |
