Pinophyta

Cordaitales †

Other facts

Although the total number of species is relatively small, conifers are of immense ecological importance. They are the dominant plants over huge areas of land, most notably the boreal forests of the northern hemisphere, but also in similar cool climates in mountains further south.

Related Topics:
Ecological - Boreal forest - Northern hemisphere

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Many conifers have distinctly scented resin, secreted to protect the tree against insect infestation and fungal infection of wounds. Fossilised resin hardens into amber.

Related Topics:
Resin - Insect - Fungal - Amber

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