There are different types of plant tissues that are formed from meristematic cells including parenchyma, collenchyma, sclerenchyma, xylem and phloem. Parenchyma tissue is composed of cells with the simplest structure and is found in soft plant parts where it helps with photosynthesis and food storage. Collenchyma tissue provides flexibility and support, with cells thickened at the corners. Sclerenchyma tissue has uniformly thickened cells and provides strength. Xylem and phloem are vascular tissues; xylem transports water and minerals from roots to leaves while phloem transports food from leaves to other plant parts.