Differences Between Bryophytes And Pteridophytes

There are several fractors that differentiate bryophyte-type plants and pteridophytes. Keep reading and we will explain them all. Differences Between Bryophytes And Pteridophytes

Bryophytes are non-vascular plants, without xylem or phloem. They reproduce by formation of gametes. For example, mosses, liverworts, and hornabeques.

In contrast, pteridophytes are vascular plants with xylem and phloem. The dominant phase in the pteridophyte is the sporophyte. For example, hechos are an example of pteridophytes. Let’s explore some of the main differences between bryophytes and pteridophytes.

Bryophytes vs Pteridophytes Differences Between Bryophytes And Pteridophytes

The following are the main differences between Bryophytes and Pteridophytes. Both plants are important and play an important role in maintaining the ecological balance.

Bryophytes	Pteridophytes
Bryophytes are non-vascular plants.	Pteridophytes are vascular plants.
The body of the plant is leafy or stem.	The body of the plant is differentiated into roots, stem, and leaves.
Without vascular tissues.	There are vascular tissues.
Rhizoids are present for anchoring.	The roots are present for anchoring.
The gametophyte is dominating.	The sporophyte dominates.
Anthredium is stalked.	Anthredium is sessile.
The cells are haploid.	The cells are diploid.
Examples: mosses, liverworts, hornabeques, etc.	For example: mosses, ferns, etc.

Bryophytes overview Differences Between Bryophytes And Pteridophytes

Bryophytes are non-vascular plants that produce flowers and seeds. To date, around 20,000 species of bryophytes have been found. They are found in humid places, but they can also grow in a dry environment. They provide water and nutrients to the plants that grow alongside them.

Pteridophytes overview

Pteridophytes are vascular plants that do not produce flowers or seeds. They are also known as cryptograms. Includes various true ferns. They have leaves, stems, and roots.

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