Polysiphonia: Occurrence , Thallus Structure and Reproduction! Class: Rhodophyceae: The algae of class Rhodophyceae are commonly called red algae due to their red colour Rhodophyceae is represented by about 831 genera and 5250 species. The distinguishing characters of class Rhodophyceae are as follows: (i) All members of Rhodophyceae except twenty fresh water species are marine and about two hundred species [...]
In this article we will discuss about Sphagnum. After reading this article we will learn about:- 1. Habit and Habitat of Sphagnum 2. Gametophytic Phase of Sphagnum 3. Internal Structure of Sphagnum 4. Reproduction 5. Fertilization 6. Affinities 7. Special Features. Habit and Habitat of Sphagnum: Sphagnum is represented by about 336 species which are cosmopolitan in distribution. In India, [...]
Read this article to learn about Bryophytes. After reading this article you will learn about:- 1. Reproduction in Bryophytes 2. Affinities of Bryophytes 3. Affinities of Bryophytes. Reproduction in Bryophytes: Bryophytes reproduce by vegetative and sexual methods. Vegetative Reproduction in Bryophytes: Bryophytes posses a characteristic feature and that is their tendency towards extensive vegetative reproduction. The vegetative reproduction takes place [...]