The Plant Embryo

“The Peanut”

Plant Embryo (seed)

• Hypocotyl- develops into the root, and in some species, the lower portion of the stem

• Epicotyl- develops into leaves and the upper portion of the stem

• Cotyledon- contains stored food and provides nutrients for the germinating plant

Plant Embryo (seed)

• Hypocotyl- • Epicotyl-• Cotyledon-

• Seed Coat

Plant Embryo (seed)

• Epicotyl-• Hypocotyl-

• Cotyledon-

Plant Embryo (seed)

• Epicotyl-• Hypocotyl-

• Cotyledon-