Mostly they are found in freshwater. The plant body may be unicellular, colonial or filamentous. They contain pigments chlorophyll a and b, hence they are grass green in colour.

What is the habitat of Thallophyta?

Characteristics of Thallophyta

They are usually found in moist or wet places. This is due to the absence of “true roots” and vascular tissue that is needed to transport water and minerals. Hence they are found in moist or wet places. They are autotrophic in nature.

Is an example of Thallophyta?

The examples of Thallophyta are: Algae: This is a non-flowering plant and includes the seaweed, this is a single celled form. Ulothrix: This is also a form of algae which is found in fresh or marine water, its cells are as broad as they are longer in size.