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Bryophytes

Bryophytes

Bryophytes

Bryophytes

Bryophytes

Bryophytes

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Introduction to Bryophytes

Bryophyte constitute a group of non-flowering plants. They are non- vascular amphibious cryptogams which do not have true root system. Functions of the roots are performed by rhizoids. Cells are also capable to absorb moisture directly from the ground or atmosphere. Bryophytes are the second largest group of terrestrial plants. They have been considered as the first land plants as they appear first in plant succession. Bryophytes are found in moist and shady habitat. They are growing in different habitats like bark and leaves of trees, rocks, soil, house wall, old monuments and dead organic matter etc. They add beauty to the nature by their fascinating colours and grow luxuriantly between an altitude of 2500 to 3000 ft. In bryophytes, the haploid gametophyte generation is the dominant and persevering stage, whereas the unbranched sporophyte generation is diploid. Bryophytes are well kn...

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