Characteristics of Filicinophyta (Ferns)
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 vascularCambium is not present. There are no true trees and shrubs.
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Pollen - small structures containing male gametes that are dispersedFilicinophyta do not produce pollen.
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Ovule - contains a female gamete and develops into a seed after fertilizationFilicinophyta do not have ovaries or ovules.
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Seeds - dispersible units consisting of an embryo plants and food reserves, inside a seed coat.Filicinophyta do not have seeds.
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Fruits- Seed together with a fruit wall developed from the ovary wall.Filicinophyta do not produce fruits.
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