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Sphagnum: Introduction, Structure and Affinities

In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Introduction to Sphagnum 2. Structure of Sphagnum 3. Reproduction 4. Affinities. Introduction to Sphagnum: Sphagnum is popularly known as bog moss, peat moss or turf moss because of its ecological importance in the development of peat or bog. The plants are perennial and grow in swamps and moist habitat like rocky slopes [...]

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Reproduction in Porella (With Diagram)

In this article we will discuss about the reproduction in Porella with the help of diagrams. Vegetative Reproduction in Porella: Porella reproduces vegetatively by the following two methods: (a) By Progressive Death and Decay of the Gametophyte: The apical growth of the thallus is accom­panied by the progressive death and decay of the older parts of the thallus and consequent [...]

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Reproduction in Funaria (With Diagram)

In this article we will discuss about the vegetative and sexual modes of reproduction in Funaria with the help of diagrams. Vegetative Reproduction in Funaria: Vegetative propagation in Funaria is per­formed by the following methods: (a) Fragmentation of Primary Protonema: The primary protonema is developed through the germination of the spore. Under certain cir­cumstances, it breaks into several fragments. Each [...]

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