What are the reproductive organs of gymnosperms called?

The reproductive organs of gymnosperms are known as cones. Gymnosperms, which include plants like pines, spruces, and firs, produce seeds that are not enclosed in an ovary, unlike angiosperms (flowering plants). In gymnosperms, the male cones (pollen cones) produce pollen grains, which contain the male gametes, while the female cones (seed cones) contain the ovules that develop into seeds after fertilization.

The structure and function of cones enable gymnosperms to effectively reproduce and disseminate their genetic material. Understanding this concept is important for grasping the differences in reproductive strategies between gymnosperms and other plant groups.