What are flowering and non-flowering plants?

Flowering and non-flowering plants are two major groups based on how plants reproduce.

Flowering plants are those that produce flowers and seeds. The flower is the reproductive part, which later develops into fruits containing seeds. Examples include rose, sunflower, mango, and wheat.

Non-flowering plants do not produce flowers or fruits. They reproduce through spores or other methods. Examples include ferns, mosses, and algae.

The key difference is that flowering plants use seeds for reproduction, while non-flowering plants often rely on spores.

In simple terms, flowering plants produce flowers and seeds, while non-flowering plants do not produce flowers.