The Bryophytes

life cycle showing alternation of generation in Bryophytes

The Bryophytes Bryophytes are also called Amphibians of the plant kingdom. They include mosses and liverworts which grow commonly in the moist shaded area in the hills. They show haplo-diplontic life cycle. These are called Amphibians of the plant kingdom because they can live on soil but for sexual reproduction, they depend on water. The embryophytes without vascular tissues. Mostly occur in damp, humid, and shaded areas. Body Organization in Bryophytes:  Thallus-like, prostrate or erect, found attached to the substratum by unicellular or multicellular rhizoids. Lack of true roots stems,…

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