Land or Terrestrial Plants

key notes :

1. What Are Terrestrial Plants?
   • Terrestrial plants are plants that grow on land, in soil, rather than in water.
2. Basic Parts of a Plant:

1. All terrestrial plants have basic parts, including roots, stems, leaves, flowers, and fruits.
2. Function of Roots:

1. Roots anchor the plant in the soil.
2. They also absorb water and nutrients from the soil, which are essential for the plant’s growth.
3. Function of Stems:
   • Stems support the plant and hold it upright.
   • They transport water and nutrients from the roots to the rest of the plant.

1. Function of Leaves:

1. Leaves are where photosynthesis happens.
2. Photosynthesis is the process by which plants make their own food using sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water.
3. Importance of Flowers:
   • Flowers are reproductive parts of plants.
   • They attract pollinators like bees and butterflies.
   • After pollination, flowers can turn into fruits that contain seeds.
4. Types of Terrestrial Plants:

1. There are different types of terrestrial plants, including trees, shrubs, herbs, and grasses.
2. Trees are tall and have woody stems, while herbs are usually shorter and have soft, green stems.
3. Adaptations to Terrestrial Life:
   • Terrestrial plants have adaptations to survive on land, such as roots for anchoring and absorbing water, and waxy coatings on leaves to reduce water loss.
4. Examples of Terrestrial Plants:
   • Some common terrestrial plants include oak trees, sunflowers, roses, and grass.
5. Importance of Terrestrial Plants:
   • Terrestrial plants play a vital role in our environment by producing oxygen, providing food and shelter for animals, and helping to prevent soil erosion.
6. Caring for Terrestrial Plants:
   • To help terrestrial plants grow, they need sunlight, water, nutrients from the soil, and proper care.
7. Plant Life Cycle:

1. Most terrestrial plants go through a life cycle that includes seed germination, growth, reproduction, and eventually, death.

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