Plants have adapted to a variety of environments, from the desert to the tropical rain forest to lakes and oceans. In each environment, plants have become crucial to supporting animal life. Plants are the food that animals eat. Plants also provide places for animals, such as insects and birds, to live; many birds build nests in plants.

The 5 characteristics of plants:

• Leaves. Seed plants all possess leaves in some pattern and configuration.
• Stems.
• Roots.
• Seed-Producing Capability.
• Vascular System