sporophylls

the fern's sporophylls were tightly coiled, protecting the developing spores.

microscopic examination revealed the presence of modified sporophylls.

some species have sterile sporophylls that resemble normal foliage leaves.

the arrangement of sporophylls on the strobilus varied between species.

reduced sporophylls are a characteristic feature of some seed ferns.

fertile sporophylls bear sporangia containing spores.

the sporophylls of equisetum are peltate, with sporangia on the underside.

detailed study of sporophylls can help in plant classification.

the sporophylls often display unique morphological characteristics.

sporophylls are key structures in the reproductive organs of ferns.

the sporophylls' shape and size are important for spore dispersal.