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Give an outline of classification of the kingdom plantae with one example of each.

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The kingdom plantae is divided into five divisions. They are
  1. Algae. Plants belonging to this group lack a well defined body structure. E.g.: Spirogyra.
  2. Bryophyta: Plant body differentiated into stem and root, but plants lack a vascular system. E.g.: Merchantia.
  3. Pteridophyta: Plant body is differentiated into stem, roots and leaves and they have a vascular system. They do not bear seeds. E.g.: Ferns.
  4. Gymnosperms: They have a well differentiated plant body and vascular system and plants bear seeds (seeds however are naked). E.g.: Pine.
  5. Angiosperms: Plant body well differentiated and plants bear seeds (seeds enclosed in fruits). E.g.: Mango.

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