Cycas and Christmas tree are gymnosperms, whereas Hibiscus and lily are angiosperms.
1. Similarities: These plants have special structures for reproduction and produce seeds. During the germination of the seed, the stored food is used for the initial growth of the embryo.
2. Differences: In gymnosperms, reproductive organs have cones whereas in angiosperms reproductive organs have flowers.
3. In gymnosperms, seeds are without natural coverings whereas in angiosperms seeds are enclosed in natural coverings called fruits.