In asexual reproduction new plants are obtained without production of seeds.(Single Parents)
- Vegetative Propagation: New plants are produced from vegetative parts i.e. roots, stems, leaves and buds. It may be natural or artificial.
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2. Spore Formation: Specialized reproductive structures called spores are produced and released into the environment by fungi, mosses, ferns, and other organisms. These spores travel long distances and, under suitable conditions, germinate into new individuals, facilitating habitat colonization.
3.Fragmentation: Organisms break into fragments, each growing into a new individual. Algae (Spirogyra) quickly multiply this way, spreading in ponds and forming green patches.
4. Budding: Budding involves the formation of small outgrowths, called buds, on the parent plant. These buds develop into new individuals before detaching. Examples include yeast, Hydra, and certain plants like Bryophyllum.
