Flowering plant
Flowering plant
Flowering plant (pronunciation: /ˈflaʊərɪŋ plɑːnt/), also known as angiosperms (pronunciation: /ˈændʒiəˌspɜːrm/), are a large group of plants that produce flowers for reproduction. The term "flowering plant" is derived from the Old English flōwan (to blossom) and plante (a young tree or herb planted or suitable for planting).
Etymology
The term "angiosperm" comes from the Greek words angeion meaning "vessel" and sperma meaning "seed". This refers to the seeds being enclosed in a protective structure, which is a key characteristic of flowering plants.
Characteristics
Flowering plants are characterized by their reproductive process. They produce flowers, which contain the plant's reproductive organs. These flowers eventually develop into fruits, which contain the seeds. This process is known as sexual reproduction.
Classification
Flowering plants are classified under the Kingdom Plantae, Phylum Tracheophyta, and Class Angiospermae. They are further divided into two main groups: Monocots and Dicots.
Related Terms
- Petal: One of the often brightly colored parts of a flower immediately surrounding the reproductive organs.
- Stamen: The pollen-producing reproductive organ of a flower.
- Pistil: The female organs of a flower, comprising the stigma, style, and ovary.
- Pollination: The transfer of pollen from a male part of a plant to a female part of a plant, enabling fertilization and the production of seeds.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Flowering plant
- Wikipedia's article - Flowering plant
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