Non-flowering plants do not produce seeds in order to reproduce like flowering plants, instead, these green species have naked seeds called gymnosperms for the reproduction of the species.
Non-flowering plants are a group of plants that perform the reproduction process through a term called gymnosperms and these green species have different shaped leaves. Conifers, mosses, ferns, liverworts, ginkgo (maidenhair tree), and cycads are examples of non-flowering plants.
Non-flowering plants, conifers, are gymnosperms they grow male and female cones. These cones produce seeds and spread them. Conifers have long, thin needles or leaves. Non-flowering plants are categorized into two groups; one category of non-flowering plants reproduce using seeds while other non-flowering plants reproduce using spores, this means that while some non-flowering plants produce seeds, some non-flowering plants do not produce seeds but reproduce through tiny spores. These tiny spores are spread through wind or water for the reproduction of these non-flowering plants. Damp conditions are required by these spores to spread and sustain their life. Damp conditions can be available in rainforests or near water bodies where damp wind conditions are.
Did you know that conifers can have a life cycle of up to 1000 years!
Liverworts are small, moss-like plants that grow well on rocky terrain with curly leaves. The moss can also grow on tree trunks as well. As a species, mosses produce seeds through leaves for reproduction but do not grow flowers across the world.
Throughout the world, non-flowering plants have separate male and female plants. When it comes to non-flowering plants, leaves of these plants are of different shapes and help them thrive in adverse weather conditions.
Some flowering plants produce flowers in order to reproduce, while non-flowering plants do not produce flowers to reproduce. Here are some interesting non-flowering plants name for kids.
Pines(Western origin) are one of the largest non-flowering trees. Pine trees used to be the symbol of wisdom and longevity for the people of Native America. They also happen to be the origin of the Christmas tree.
Horsetails(Northern Hemisphere origin), the name horsetails are termed for the whole group, their shape is similar to the horsetails, so hence the name. Horsetails are spore-producing plants that contain rhizoids.
Picea(Latin origin) means ‘pine’. It is one of the significant non-flowering plants to be found in the western region.
Pothos(Asian origin) are also popularly called money plants. Although they are treated as indoor plants, pothos can be pretty poisonous. They are also known to reach astonishing heights, they typically use tall trees as support.
Bonsai(Chinese origin) means ‘planted in a container. The word bonsai actually comes from the Japanese language. They are one of the well-known indoor house plants.
Cypresses (Asian and North American origin) meaning ‘false cypress’. They are evergreen trees consisting of small overlapping leaves.
Ginkgo(Asian origin), the name comes from Japanese meaning 'gin-silver', 'kyo-apricot'. This particular tree is native to China, Japan, and Korea. Do you know? Male and female forms of these non-flowering plants were treated as a representation of peace and hope.
Eranthemum(Asian origin) means ‘beautiful’ in Latin. They are perennial herbs that come in different sizes. They are widely popular among gardeners in tropical regions.
Philodendron (native American origin) means ‘loving tree’ in Greek. They bring a natural touch to interior design. They require rich sunlight, of course, moist soil, and a healthy environment. They are known to have heart-shaped leaves.
Gentium (Australian origin) means ‘living tree’. It is one of the varieties of non-flowering plants.
Parthenocissus(North American origin) means ‘virgin ivy’. This particular non-flowering plant represents marriage, friendship, and fidelity.
Dracaena (Australian, African, and Central American origin) means ‘female dragon’. They are one of the popular house plants and they grow high. As they are low-maintenance house plants, they require adequate temperature with high humidity.
Ficus(Asia and Australian origin) means ‘fig tree’. They are popular plants that are preferred by many people in growing indoors. Since they are also easy to grow, ficus is loved everywhere.
Philodendron(Tropical American origin) means ‘love, affection, and tree' in Greek. These plants are popular as ornamental and indoor house plants. They are easy to manage because they do not need much maintenance.
Club mosses (Mediterranian origin) meaning ‘low evergreen herbs’. They possess needle-like leaves. These plants contain subterranean gametophytes that change in size and genera,
Norfolk pines (South Pacific origin) the name means ‘a pine hailing from Norfolk Island’. They are known for their interesting shape, needle-shaped foliage, and rich green color.
Sansevieria(African origin) means ‘mother in law’s tongue’. These plants do well in low light conditions. They also go by the name of snake plants.
Ferns(universal origin) are one of the oldest species on Earth. They are also flowerless spore-producing plants. They often have alternating sporophyte and gametophyte. Ferns belong to the class Filicopsida.
Mosses(Permian origin) meaning ‘tiny leafy flowerless plant’ is a non-vascular plant. They usually grow in clumps. Mosses do not have roots but they do have thin root-like growths called rhizoids.
Phormium(Australian origin) they are one of the plants that are extensively found in North Folk Island. They grow in areas containing low swamps and low-lying areas.
Coleus(South-East Asian origin), meaning ‘a sheath’. They are one of the tropical evergreen non-vascular plants. They are mostly seen in Asian countries like Malaysia.
Conifer(have no specific origin) means ‘cone-bearing, conical fruit’. These plants are covered under the name gymnosperms. They consist of vascular tissue. Some of the examples of conifers are spruces, yews, kauris, junipers, and redwoods.
Snake plants(African and Asian origin) meaning ‘the sansevieria’ are indoor house plants that are hard to kill. They need minimal sunlight and watering. This plant is known for destroying poisonous elements in the air.
Liverworts(Palaeozoic origin) the name liverwort comes from the liver like-shape of some animals. They usually grow in moist environments, they are non-vascular plants as well. You can find these in the ground, rocks, or tree trunks.
Larches (Northern Hemisphere origin) are one of the trees originating from the pine family. They contain deciduous leaves.
Hornworts(Ancient origin) means 'horn-shaped, spore capsules'. They are often slender and upright shaped, usually resembling that of a horn. They are usually found in moist soil in warm temperate and tropical areas.
Redwoods (American origin) meaning ‘wood that has a red hue’. These non-flowering plants are actually native to California and Oregon. Typically, they are the tallest lot in trees and are considered to be one of the largest.
Cycads(Laurasian origin) meaning ‘spring festival’. Cycads are gymnosperms and are also called naked seeded plants. Their unfertilized eggs are pollinated directly in the open air. The shape of cycads usually resembles that of a tropical palm.
Ephedra (European origin) means ‘sitting upon’. They are leafless shrubs and non-flowering plants. They generally grow in desert areas or dry regions.
Polytrichum(Asian origin) means ‘haircap moss’. These plants belong to the class of Musci. Did you know that most of these plants are found in Eastern Europe? they are abundantly found in mountains, forests, swamps, and tundra. They are also called hair moss.
Lychosytes(Devonian origin) meaning ‘fern allies’. They are seedless vascular plants. They are also considered to be a subgroup of the kingdom Plantae.
