| Monocots (Monocotyledon)
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Dicots (Dicotyledon)
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| The monocot embryos have a single cotyledon.
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The dicot embryos have a pair of cotyledons.
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| They have a fibrous root system.
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They have a tap root system.
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| Leaves in monocots have parallel venation.
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Leaves in dicots have reticulate or net venation.
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| Secondary growth absent.
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Secondary growth often present.
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| The roots and stems of Monocotyledons do not have a cambium and cannot enlarge in diameter.
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The roots and stems of Dicotyledons have a cambium and can enlarge in diameter.
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| A few examples of monocotyledons are garlic, onions, wheat, corn and grass.
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A few examples of dicots are beans, cauliflower, apples and pear.
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