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Visualization of embolism formation using cold neutron radiography
Formation and repair of xylem embolism are of great importance for plant water relations, but are not easy to monitor. Tötzke et al. examine intact and
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Evolution and speciation in Sorbus
Interspecific hybridization and polyploidy are key processes in plant evolution and are responsible for ongoing genetic diversification in the genus Sorbus (Rosaceae). Ludwig et al. study
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Ever heard of the Münch pressure flow hypothesis? You have now.
In order to develop, flowers require sugars delivered by the phloem.
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The ecological importance of sedges (Invited Review)
Sword and rapier sedges (Lepidosperma, Cyperaceae) are common in the southern Australian and New Zealand floras, also occurring in New Caledonia and South-east Asia. Sedge
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The Paradox of Pollinating Floral Parasites
Floral scents have evolved to attract pollinators and sometimes also to deter enemies.
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DNA identification of vittarioid gametophytes in the field
DNA identification of vittarioid gametophytes in the field.
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Smoke On The Water
Some plants live in environments where fire is a frequent enemy to survival. The answer is turn fire to your advantage.
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Downregulation of net phosphorus uptake vs. leaf resorption
A trade-off may exist between the capacity of plants to downregulate their phosphorus uptake capacity and the efficiency of resorption from leaves in severely impoverished environments.
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Will climate change threaten your drinking habits?
Will climate change threaten my (and possibly your) drinking habits? Read this and find out.
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Genome size variations in polyploid Allium oleraceum
The occurrence and extent of genome size variation below the species level are currently poorly analysed.
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Mum versus Dad: Parent–offspring conflict in mosses
Non-flowering plants have rather complex reproductive life cycles compared to the more familiar pattern of fertilization and seed formation seen in Angiosperms.
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Little weed? Mycorrhizal preference in an invasive orchid
Why are some orchids invasive weeds? New research in Annals of Botany reveals the answer.