Characteristic ‘Gemma cups’ are present in:

Pellia

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Anthoceros

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Marchantia

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Riccia

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The correct option is C Marchantia
Marchantia undergoes asexual reproduction by means of gemmae.
Gemmae are green, multicellular, asexual buds, which develop in small receptacles called gemma cups located on the thalli. The gemmae become detached from the parent body and germinate to form new individuals.

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