The following points highlight the eighteen general characteristics of Podocarpaceae. 1. Most of the genera are small or large-sized trees (e.g. Podocarpus) reaching up to 60 metre or more in height but some are small-sized plants attaining a height of only few inches as in some species of Dacrydium. 2. Leaves in most of the members are spirally arranged but [...]
In this article we will discuss about the aspects of the life cycle of Podocarpus. Podocarpus, represented by over 110 species, is not only the largest genus of Podocarpaceae, it is also the largest genus of all present-day conifers. It is widely represented in western hemisphere extending from Patagonia to West Indies, and in eastern hemisphere extending from New Zealand [...]
In this article we will discuss about Taxus. After reading this article you will learn about: 1. History of Taxus 2. Morphological Features of Taxus 3. Internal Structures 4. Reproduction 5. Gametophytes 6. Embryogeny 7. Seed 8. Economic Importance. Contents: History of Taxus Morphological Features of Taxus Internal Structures of Taxus Reproduction of Taxus Gametophytes of Taxus Embryogeny of Taxus [...]