Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta (pronunciation: mag-noh-lee-oh-fy-tuh) is a taxonomic group within the plant kingdom, also known as the Angiosperms or flowering plants. The term "Magnoliophyta" is derived from the family name "Magnoliaceae", named after the French botanist Pierre Magnol.
Definition
Magnoliophyta is a large group that includes approximately 300,000 species of plants. These plants are characterized by their seeds being enclosed within a fruit, which is a key distinguishing feature from other plant groups.
Classification
The Magnoliophyta are divided into two main classes:
- Monocotyledons (Monocots): These are plants that have one embryonic leaf or cotyledon. Examples include grasses, lilies, and orchids.
- Dicotyledons (Dicots): These are plants that have two embryonic leaves or cotyledons. Examples include roses, sunflowers, and most trees and shrubs.
Etymology
The term "Magnoliophyta" is derived from the family name "Magnoliaceae", named after the French botanist Pierre Magnol. The "-phyta" suffix is from the Greek word "phyton", meaning "plant".
Related Terms
- Angiosperms: Another term for the Magnoliophyta, referring to their characteristic of having seeds enclosed in a fruit.
- Monocotyledons and Dicotyledons: The two main classes of Magnoliophyta, distinguished by the number of embryonic leaves or cotyledons they have.
- Cotyledon: An embryonic leaf in seed-bearing plants. The number of cotyledons is a key distinguishing feature between monocots and dicots.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Magnoliophyta
- Wikipedia's article - Magnoliophyta
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