Monocots are one of the two major lineages of flowering plants and include many of the world’s most familiar species. They are characterised by having a single seed leaf (cotyledon), parallel‑veined leaves, and floral parts typically arranged in multiples of three. Monocots occupy an extraordinary range of habitats, from wetlands and grasslands to tropical forests … Continue reading "Flowering Plants — Angiosperms (Monocots)"