Ferns reproduce by releasing spores, unlike most vascular plants, which usually use seeds.
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Ferns are widespread throughout the world, possibly on account of their tiny spores being transported by wind or birds. Some species of fern are endemic to New Zealand.
The tiny reproductive cells of ferns are known as spores. These sling to the underside of the fern's leaves until they are ripe, at which time they are released. Some fall to the ground near the fern while others blow on the wind and start new ferns in other locations.
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In the case of the tree ferns (Cyathea spp) in New Zealand, the fern leaf canopy may be elevated up to 10m. This has obvious value in gathering sunlight for photosynthesis.
Yes. The black tree fern of New Zealand, for example, can grow to 20m high.
Ferns reproduce by spores produced in sori. On germination of spores prothlii are formed. These prothlii on maturity develop sex organs and give rise to new fern plants after fertilization.
In New Zealand we have a handful of tree ferns. Of which the Silver fern is perhaps the largest. Individual fronds are up to 3m or so, and the plant may reach to 10m or so. to be continued
Ferns reproduce through spores, which are tiny single-celled structures produced by specialized structures called sporangia on the underside of their fronds. When conditions are right, the spores are released and can grow into new fern plants under suitable environmental conditions. Ferns do not produce seeds like flowering plants.
The family of the Silver Fern is found elsewhere - mainly Australia and a few nearby islands. Cyatheales is the family and includes the Dicksonia and Cyathea genera.Cyathea dealbata, the Silver Fern is endemic to New Zealand.
A tiny cell that can grow into a new fern or moss is called a spore. Some plants, like ferns, produce these instead of seeds. Spores are also used for reproduction by mushrooms and by molds.