DENDROLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -gymnosperm, any vascular plant that reproduces by means of an exposed seed, or ovule-unlike angiosperms, or flowering plants, whose seeds are enclosed by mature ovaries, or fruits. The seeds of many gymnosperms (literally, “naked seeds”) are borne in cones and are not visible until maturity.

Detailed explanation-2: -Gymnosperms are vascular plants that produce seeds in cones. Examples include conifers such as pine and spruce trees.

Detailed explanation-3: -Gymnosperms produce seeds (Figure 8.1. 1) and, together with flowering plants, constitute the seed plants. Although gymnosperms do not produce flowers and fruits, they still have embryos enclosed in a protective barrier or seed coat.

Detailed explanation-4: -Cycas. Pinus. Araucaria. Thuja. Cedrus. Picea. Abies. Juniperus. More items