The main characteristics of Plati Helminthes are given below:

  1. These are triploblastic nade up of 3 germ layers.
  2. Bilaterally symmetrical.
  3. Adhesive organs such as sucker hooks and spines are present.
  4. Digestive system incomplete and respiratory organs absent.
  5. Nervous system is anteriorly situated ganglia and nerve cord.
  6. They are monocious, reproductive system is developed.
  7. They are mostly paracytic, some are free swimming.
  8. Muscles are arranged in layers.
  9. Excretory system is protonephridial system comprising flame cells.