what is the difference between Cryptogams and Phanerogams?

Cryptogams

1. They reproduce by forming spores.

2. Their reproductive organs are hidden.

3. They are less evolved plants.

4. Mostly thallophyta, bryophyte and pterydophyta are cryptogams.

5. E.g. mosses, ferns etc.

Phanerogams

1. They reproduce by forming seeds.

2. Their reproductive organs are exposed.

3. They are highly evolved plants.

4. All angiosperms and gymnosperms are phanerogams.

5. E.g. mango, rose, pine, banyan etc.

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