4.2.4 Quiz: Phylogenetic Systematics

Question 10 of 10

Pleiospilos nelii, commonly known as the split rock, is native to South Africa. It has cell walls made of cellulose and has a vascular tissue system.

To which kingdom does it belong?

A. Animalia
B. Protista
C. Plantae
D. Fungi



Answer :

Final answer:

Pleiospilos nelii belongs to the Plantae kingdom.


Explanation:

Pleiospilos nelii, commonly known as the split rock, with cell walls made of cellulose and a vascular tissue system, belongs to the Plantae kingdom. Plantae is one of the five kingdoms proposed by Robert Whittaker in his phylogenetic system, which includes organisms with eukaryotic cells, membrane-bound nuclei, and photosynthetic capabilities.


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