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Genetic diversity of high-elevation populations of an endangered medicinal plant

Intraspecific genetic variation in natural populations governs their potential to overcome challenging ecological and environmental conditions. In addition, knowledge of this variation is critical for the

AoBPLANTS · 25 Feb 2015

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Host specificity in vascular epiphytes: a review of methodology, empirical evidence and potential mechanisms

A considerable number of plants depend on structural support by other plants. To understand their diversity and ecology, it is essential to know how strongly potential

AoBPLANTS · 23 Feb 2015

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DNA analysis of soil extracts can be used to investigate fine root depth distribution of trees

Knowledge of a tree species’ or cultivar’s fine root distribution is important. However, the time and resource requirements of established soil core based methods where

AoBPLANTS · 19 Feb 2015

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Genetic diversity and floral width variation in introduced and native populations of a long-lived woody perennial

Populations of introduced species in their new environments are expected to differ from native populations, due to processes such as genetic drift, founder effects, and local

AoBPLANTS · 17 Feb 2015

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Introduced and invasive cactus species–a global review

Understanding which species are introduced and become invasive are central questions in invasion science. In this sense, the cactus family is an interesting case study. Only

AoBPLANTS · 13 Feb 2015

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Pollinator limitation on reproductive success in Iris tuberosa

Variation in plant and floral size can have conflicting effects on pollination and fruit production in flowering plants. In a new study published in AoB PLANTS,

AoBPLANTS · 9 Feb 2015

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Genetic diversity and population structure of an extremely endangered species – the world’s largest Rhododendron

Comprehensive studies on the genetic diversity and structure of endangered species are urgently needed to promote effective conservation and management activities. A new study by Qin

AoBPLANTS · 5 Feb 2015

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Trichomes related to an unusual method of water retention and protection of the stem apex in an arid zone perennial species

The adaptation strategies of plants to harsh environments are among the most interesting subjects in plant biology. Several studies have investigated the role played by trichomes

AoBPLANTS · 4 Feb 2015

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Provision of nitrogen as ammonium rather than nitrate increases silicon uptake in sugarcane

Silicon (Si) is important in mitigating abiotic and biotic plant stresses, yet many agricultural soils, such as those of the rainfed production areas of the South

AoBPLANTS · 2 Feb 2015

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Initial success of native grasses is contingent on multiple interactions among exotic grass competition, temporal priority, rainfall, and site effects

Throughout the western United States, native perennial grasses are being supplanted by aggressive non-native annuals.

AoBPLANTS · 30 Jan 2015

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CO2 stimulation of photosynthesis in Liquidambar styraciflua is not sustained during a 12-year field experiment

Atmospheric carbon dioxide levels have increased by ~ 25% over the last 50 years. While more carbon dioxide can initially stimulate plant photosynthesis, in a new study

AoBPLANTS · 27 Jan 2015

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Host tree phenology affects vascular epiphytes at the physiological, demographic and community level

The processes that govern diverse tropical plant communities have rarely been studied in life-forms other than trees. Structurally dependent vascular epiphytes, a major part of

AoBPLANTS · 23 Jan 2015