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Gnetophyta: Anatomy and Characteristics by Gordin Santos is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document discusses the taxonomy, morphology, and evolution of the Gnetophyta, which includes three lineages: Ephedrales, Gnetales, and Welwitschiales. It contains around 80 species of woody plants and vines that share characteristics with both gymnosperms and angiosperms. Key features include having vessels in their xylem, compound male and female strobili, and seeds with two integument layers. The three orders display diverse and distinctive reproductive structures and growth forms. Recent phylogenetic
- Author
- Gordin Santos
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- EN