Classification of plants

       Classification of plants

There are several varieties in plants , which have different heights , types of stem and branching pattern , based on these plants can be classified into trees , shrubs , Herbs , Climbers and creepers.

Trees 

 Tall plants with thick , hard and brown stems are called trees. Their stems , branch out and spread above the ground .

Example : Guava tree , Neem tree , Coconut tree etc

Herbs

      Plants with soft green stems are called as herbs. They are generally short and do not have branches .

Example : Basil , Coriander etc

Shrubs

            Plants with hard stems which branch near the surface of soil are called as shrubs.

    Example : lemon , Rose etc

Climber 

               

           Climbers are plants that take support of neighbouring structures and climb up .

Example. :  Pea etc

Creepers

           Creepers have weak stems and cannot stand upright . They spread on the ground . They are also called runners .

Example : pumpkin , strawberry etc