Abstract

The process of growth and development of Cremastra appendiculata (D. Don.) was studied by combined both natural habitat observation and artificial facility cultivation, mainly involved the organogenesis, morphological characteristics, structural composition, dynamic changes in time and space of the vegetative organs and reproductive organs, etc. This study was designed to supplement the basic research data relating the biological characteristics and growth and development of C. appendiculata, in order that to provide the essential reference for the resources conservation and sustainable use of this rare species.

Key words: Cremastra appendiculata (D. Don.) Makino, vegetative organ, reproductive organ, growth and development, macro research.