Trees Are Key

Welcome to Episode 194. Last week we explored how “Change Is Key” and this week we'll talk about why “Parenchyma Are Key." Parenchyma are defined as “thin-walled, living cells essential in photosynthesis, radial transport, energy storage, and production of protective compounds” in the ISA International Dictionary online at isa-arbor.com in the online resources section. Listen in to learn more!

Species Spotlight

Deciduous holly, Ilex decidua, is also known as possumhaw is a Texas native large woodland shrub or small, multi-trunked tree that grows to 20 feet tall and stems to 8 inches in diameter, with an irregular, open crown and a horizontal branching habit.