GEOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Gymnosperms are a group of seed-bearing plants that include conifers and cycads that produce “cones” as reproductive structures, one example being the well-known pine cone.

Detailed explanation-2: -Pine cones are how the trees reproduce. Each pine tree produces male cones and female cones. The male cones produce pollen, are typically very small and grow mostly on the lower branches.

Detailed explanation-3: -True pine cones are abundant as there are about 115 different species that are native to most temperate and subtropical regions of the world. Most pines produce small male cones (0.4 to 2 inches-long) in the spring, but after their pollen is shed, they soon drop.

Detailed explanation-4: -If you’ve thought about growing a pine tree by sprouting a whole pine cone, don’t waste your time and energy because unfortunately, it won’t work. Although planting entire pine cones sounds like a great idea, it isn’t a viable method for growing a pine tree.