Definition

An extinct group of seed-producing plants that resemble ferns and belong to the division Pteridophyta.

Example

Pteridosperms were once widespread during the Mesozoic era, thriving in various environments.

Conversation

Did you know that the pteridosperm was a plant that lived millions of years ago?

Really? I had no idea it existed!

Yeah, they looked like ferns but actually produced seeds instead of spores.

That's fascinating! I love learning about extinct plants.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pteridosperm → It is formed from "pteron" (from Greek, meaning wing) and "sperma" (from Greek, meaning seed). The word refers to a group of seed plants that have wing-like structures, resembling wings, associated with their reproductive features.

Memory Tip

Imagine seeds that have 'wings' ('pteron') — this helps you remember that 'pteridosperm' refers to seed plants with wing-like characteristics.

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