Question

The characteristics of gymnosperms are:

• A. Seeds are naked
• B. Fruits are absent
• C. They are evergreen and perennial
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D All of the above

Gymnosperms were the first plants to have seeds. They are often referred to as having naked seeds. These seeds are often found on the surface of cones and short stalks.

Gymnosperms are a group of plants with the following unique characteristics:

• They do not have an outer covering or shell around their seeds and form naked seeds.
• They do not produce flowers.
• They do not produce fruits.
• They are perennial, evergreen and woody plants.

Hence the correct option is D.