The cactus has a specialized fleshy stem that is specialized to store water for long periods of time. Which plant tissue most likely makes this action possible?

Ground tissue makes up much of a plant’s interior and can store water and other materials. In a cactus, ground tissue in the fleshy stem holds water for long periods, so the correct choice is ground tissue. Dermal tissue mainly protects the plant, vascular tissue transports water and nutrients, and apical tissue supports growth at the tips.

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