Types of Plants - Class 3 Notes & Olympiad Questions

Different types of Plants

a) Plants can be found all around the world, and they come in different sizes and shapes.
b) We have a wide range of plants, such as trees, herbs, shrubs, climbers, creepers, and aquatic plants.
c) While they may look different, most plants have similar basic parts that make up their structure.

Characteristics of Different Types of Plants

1. Trees

a) Trees are big plants with strong trunks and branches that reach up high.
b) They can live for a really long time and have leaves, flowers, or fruits.
c) Trees are important because they make oxygen, clean the air, and provide homes for animals.
d) Some well-known trees are cherry, eucalyptus, pine, and palm trees.

2. Shrubs

a) Shrubs are like smaller versions of trees.
b) They have many stems and don't grow as tall.
c) They look bushy and can live for a while, but not as long as trees.
d) Examples of shrubs are roses, azaleas, holly, and lilacs.

3. Herbs

a) Herbs are small plants with soft and flexible stems.
b) They are not as tall as trees or shrubs.
c) Herbs usually live for a short time, maybe a year or two.
d) Some herbs are used in medicines or for cooking.
e) Common herbs include basil, thyme, lavender, oregano, and lemongrass.

Here is a table showing the difference between Herbs and Shrubs

4. Climbers

a) Climbers are plants that can climb up on things using their stems. They can hold onto objects and go upwards.
b) Some climbers have special parts that can wrap around things for support called tendrils.
c) Some climbers live for one season, while others keep growing year after year.
d) Climbers can give shade and make the air cleaner.
e) Examples of climbers are honeysuckle, clematis, kiwi vine, jasmine, climbing roses, and grapevines.

5. Creepers

a) Creepers are plants that spread along the ground or other surfaces.
b) They look like a carpet and can cover a lot of space. Creepers can live for different amounts of time, depending on the plant.
c) They help prevent soil erosion and keep the ground moist.
d) Some examples of creepers are watermelon, periwinkle, and sweet potato.

6. Aquatic Plants

a) Aquatic plants are special plants that grow in water or really wet places. They don't grow in soil like other plants.
b) They can be found in ponds, lakes, rivers, and even the ocean.
c) Some aquatic plants stay completely underwater, while others float on the surface of the water.
d) These plants are important because they make oxygen for the animals that live in the water.
e) They also provide food and homes for many water-dwelling creatures, like fish and insects.
f) Some examples of aquatic plants are seagrass, waterweed and water lily.