Division Sphenophyta
Facts about Division Sphenophyta:-
- Generalized Life Cycle of Division Sphenophyta
- Generalized Morphology of Division Sphenophyta
Order Equisetales
The Order is divided into two common groups known as the "horsetails" and "scouring rushes". The horsetails have jointed hollow and narrow stems with much reduced leaves and side branches are lacking. The scouring rushes have rough-ridges stems with side branches that are long and narrow. These plants were formerly used for scouring utensils before the advent of modern abrasives and so was derived the common name.
Examples of Horsetails and Scouring Rushes:
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