Many systems of classification of Gymnosperms have been proposed by different authors. According to the Classification of Arnold (1948) & Sporne (1965), Gymnosperms are classified into three classes. Among them, first one is Cycadopsida. In this article, three orders under Cycadopsida will be discussed in detail. Get Free Netflix Now Best …
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Gymnosperms are seed-producing plants that do not produce any covering surrounding the seed i.e. the seed remains naked. The word ‘Gymnosperm’ originates from Gk. ‘gymnos’ meaning ‘naked’ and Gk. ‘sperma’ meaning ‘seeds’. A Greek botanist named Theophrastus first used the term ‘Gymnosperm’ in 300 BC in his book ‘Enquiry into …
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