Plant

Morphology
& Anatomy
By:
For. Abregana, Lean Joseph C.
For. Ali, Ginalyn L.
For. Andipa, Eubie, D
For. Baunillo, Mehjonemmarie, B
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Lesson 1: In-deep study of
vegetative and reproductive
structure
Lesson 2: Morphological

The Anatomy of an Excellent

features for identification and
classification

Presentation
What is Plant Morphology?
 Is the study of the physical appearance of a plant;

 It can be applied to any species and involves a detailed study of vegetative and reproductive character
in order to form a profile plant which can be use to make general comparison of plant species displaying
a similar structure or detailed comparison within a species to identifies varieties or
cultivars;
 Plant morphology covers various aspects of plant structure, including the physical features of
stems, leaves and flowers., it also examines the plant’s reproductive, such as fruits and seed and;
 Plant morphology also looks at the adaptions of plants to suite different environment.
 Plant Morphology VS Plant Anatomy
Plant Anatomy
Plant Morphology Focuses on the inner structure and organization of plant
tissues and cells.
Allow us to identify and classify
It deals with the various systems and organs of plants,
different plant species, understand their such as the root, stem, leaf, and reproductive structures,
adaption to different environment, and as well as their cellular components, including the cell
wall, membrane, cytoplasm, and organelles.
predict their responses to changing
environmental conditions. Provides deeper insights into the physiological,
biochemical, and environmental functions of plants pand
helps us to understand the mechanisms of their growth and
Conclusion: development, as well as the complex interactions among
different plant parts and with the surrounding environment.
plant morphology and anatomy are essential for understanding the structure, function, and evolution of plants and their interactions
with the environment. From the shape and size of whole plants to the microscopic organization of cells and tissues, the intricate
structure of plants provides an impressive range of adaptations and strategies for survival and proliferation in diverse ecological
conditions.
Classification of plants on the basis of stem type:
Underground stems
◦ remain at the ground level, these stems produce aerial shoots that rise above the soil and their roots are present
superficially in addition these stems store food and are also capable of vegetative propagation

Aerial stems
are stems that are found above the ground and they perform various functions.

Sub-aerial stems
◦ run parallel with the ground and give off roots at particular intervals(nodes).
Characteristics of Stem
 The stem arises from the plumule and epicotyl of an embryo.
 The growth of the stem occurs towards the light.
 At the apex of the stem, a terminal bud is present.
 The shoot is differentiated into nodes and internodes in the case of
angiosperms.
 Younger stems are generally green in color.
 Multicellular hairs are present on the stem.
 Fruits and flowers arise on stems and branches.
 Stem modification happens depending on the function of the stem.
 Runners, Suckers, Climbers, Tubers, Rhizome, Tendrils, Thorns.
Morphology of Leaves
Leaves are classified as simple and compound based on the pattern of the leaf blade, also leaves are
flattened, laterally borne structures present on the plant.

It is the main photosynthetic organ of plants, absorption of light and exchange of gases occurs through the
leaves.

The morphology of the leaf includes:

◦ Petiole
◦ Leaf base
◦ Lamina.
Characteristics of Leaves
 Leaves arise from the node

 Its origin is exogenous

 A bud is present on its axis

 Limited growth occurs in leaf

 Apical bud is not present in the leaf.

LEAF VARIATION
Two (2) types of Inflorescences

Racemose inflorescence
The main axis continues growing and the flowers are borne laterally in an acropetal order.

Cymose inflorescence
The main axis gets terminated in the flower and the flowers are borne in a basipetal order.
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