In some pteridophytes two types of spores are formed which differ significantly in their size and also in function. This phenomenon is called heterospory e.g., Selaginella and Marsilea etc.
Pteridophytes are the first terrestrial vascular plants. Carolus Linnaeus classified them under the group cryptogamae. Pteridophytes occupy a transitional position between bryophytes and spermatophytes.
For Example, Silver fern, Equisetum, Selaginella
The general characteristics of Pteridophytes are:
They are seedless.
They are multicellular.
They reproduce through spores.
They are independent and free-living organisms.
They have a well-differentiated plant body into root, stem and leaves.