Characteristics of Coniferophyta (conifers)
Vegetative organs - needed for growthRoots, stems and leaves are usually present.
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Vascular tissue - tubular structures used for transport within the plantXylem and phloem are both present.
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Cambium- cells between xylem and phloem, also vascularThe cambium is present in conifers, allowing secondary thickening of stems and roots and development of plants into trees and shrubs.
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Pollen - small structures containing male gametes that are dispersedPollen is produced in male cones.
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Ovule - contains a female gamete and develops into a seed after fertilizationOvules are produced in female cones.
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Seeds - dispersible units consisting of an embryo plants and food reserves, inside a seed coat.Seeds are produced and dispensed.
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Fruits- Seed together with a fruit wall developed from the ovary wall.Coniferophyta do not produce fruits.
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