Gnetopsida

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Gnetopsida

Description Gnetopsida is a diverse and unique phylum of plants that includes only three extant genera: Gnetum, Ephedra, and Welwitschia. While they share some characteristics with other gymnosperms, they also have unique features that set them apart. They have a fossil record that dates back to the early Jurassic period, making them one of the oldest groups of seed plants.…