Forest/Rainforst Biome

Mosses

Ferns

Orchids

Vines

Palms

asexually reproduce through spores

stem-like root structure made from algae

evolved from the algae that lived in the sea and freshwater

adapt to life by having their roots in the ground and climbing. high into the canopy to reach sunlight

many start life in the canopy and send roots down to the ground

Epiphytes

have roots with a large surface area for absorption of nutrients and water

native to tropic regions of Asia and Australia

presence of a rhizome, contains a growing tip that gives way to new development

work with Mycorrhizae, they help ferns collect more water and act like medicine to help protect ferns from bad substances in the soil

more heat and drought resistant

unique shading ability, able to grow quickly because of their ability to lock in moisture

have taller trunks for getting access to air and sun above trees

leaf and branch modifications, stem twining, thorns and spikes that attach to host

90% of the world's vines grow in the rainforest/forest

assist animals in moving from tree to tree by connecting limbs by vines