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 Unstained Ohi'a Lehua Leaf |
 The leaves of Ohi'a Lehua contain large Secretory Cavities. These contain a yellow oil. The functional significance of this is unknown!!!! |
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Secretory Cavity of Ohi'a Lehua stained with Toluidine Blue. Note the densely stained Epithelial cells surrounding the yellow oil. | ||
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Citrus fruits contain massive Secretory Cavities These contribute to the aroma and taste of the fruit. The "rind" is used to extract flavor and is also used for candy production. | ||
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Titanic Secretory Cavity from Citrus "Rind" | ||
 Note the Secretory Cavities in the Pericarp of this Fruit.
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Members of the Umbelliferae (Apiaceae)
have Secretory Cavities in their fruit walls (Pericarp). These account for the aroma and
flavors derived from Caraway, Celery, Parsley, Dill, Fennel and Anise.
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