Question

Which of the following is a vascular cryptogram?

• A. Equisetum
• B. Cedrus
• C. Marchantia
• D. Ginkgo

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Equisetum

The correct option is A:

Explanation for Correct option:

1. Pteridophytes are called as vascular cryptogams because they are having partially developed vascular system and they belong to cryptogamous family.
2. Equesetum which is also called horsetail, belongs to pteridophyte family.

Explanation for Incorrect option:

Option B:

Gymnosperm means as "naked seed". This group tree is often referred to as softwoods.

Option C:

Marchantia is a genus of liverworts in the family bryophyta. They don't have vascular bundles.

Option D:

Ginkgo belong to Gymnosperm group.

Final answer:

Vascular cryptogram is Equisetum.