Question

What is the importance of Pteridophytes?

Answer 1

Pteridophytes:

1. The first vascular type plants to evolve on land are pteridophytes.
2. They are utilized for medicinal and ornamental purposes, as well as acting as a soil binder.
3. Pteridophytes don't have seeds and proliferate by spores.
4. Vascular tissues are present, but phloem partner cells and xylem vessels are absent.
5. They feature a distinct plant body that is divided into roots, stems, and leaves.