Liverworts 苔 (Hepatophyta)Marchantia 地錢 thallus close-up of the dorsal surface of the gametophyte (n) air pores epidermis with cuticle air pores: for gaseous exchange; unlike stomata, having limited ability to close epidermis with cuticle: the cuticle helps to reduce water loss and gives a shinny appearance; an adaption to the land life. 1 2 3 1 Previous Next