In this article we will discuss about the thallus and cell structure of ectocarpus with the help of diagrams. Thallus Structure of Ectocarpus: The plant body is mostly typically heterotrichous and differentiated into (a) creeping or prostrates system and (b) projecting an erect system. In some species one of the two systems may be reduced. In epiphytic forms the prostrate [...]
In this article we will discuss about the vegetative and sexual methods of reproduction that occur in the life cycle of vaucheria. 1. Vegetative Reproduction in Vaucheria: The vegetative reproduction takes place by fragmentation. The thallus can break into small fragments due to mechanical injury or insect bites etc. A septum develops at the place of breaking to seal the [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Occurrence of Polysiphonia 2. Cell Structure of Polysiphonia 3. Growth 4. Life Cycle. Occurrence of Polysiphonia: Polysiphonia is a large genus with about 200 species. The genus is represented in India by about 16 species found is southern and western coasts of India. Some common Indian species are P. ferulacea, P. urceolata [...]