What does "gnetophyte" mean?

Any of the plant division Gnetophyta, consisting of woody plants that differ from other gymnosperms in having vessel elements (which transport water within the plant) as found in flowering plants.

What is a synonym for "gnetophyte"?

Common synonyms include: gnetal.

Gnetophyte

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Any of the plant division Gnetophyta, consisting of woody plants that differ from other gymnosperms in having vessel elements (which transport water within the plant) as found in flowering plants.

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gnetal

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flowering plant

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