Plant Classification Flashcards

Plant Classification Overview

• Classification groups living organisms based on similarities or differences, following specific rules.
• Example: Pine, fir, and spruce belong to the conifer group.

Characteristics of Plants

• Plants are multicellular organisms that can photosynthesize, creating their own food.
• Two main classifications: vascular and nonvascular plants.

Nonvascular Plants

• Include mosses and liverworts, lacking tubular systems to transport water and nutrients.
• Typically found in damp environments; they are small and grow close to the ground.

Vascular Plants

• Possess a network of tubes that distribute water, nutrients, and food.
• Capable of growing to large sizes due to this system.

Gymnosperms

• Defined as "naked seed" plants, these vascular plants do not have seeds that are protected by fruit.
• Examples: Pine, spruce, and fir trees are common gymnosperms.

Angiosperms

• Also known as flowering plants, angiosperms produce fruits that safeguard their seeds.
• This group encompasses a wide variety of plants, including those with colorful flowers.

Examples of Nonvascular Plants

• Moss
• Lichen
• Liverwort

Examples of Vascular Plants

• Pine Tree
• Apple Tree
• Fir Tree
• Tomato Plant
• Basil
• Grass

Examples of Gymnosperms

• Pine Tree
• Fir Tree
• Redwood Tree
• Spruce Tree

Examples of Angiosperms

• Apple Tree
• Tomato Plant
• Grapes
• Peach
• Zucchini
• Cantaloupe
• Sunflower

Growth Habitats

• Among listed plants, moss is most likely to grow lowest to the ground, highlighting its nonvascular nature.