Foraging for space and avoidance of physical obstructions by plant roots : a comparative study of grasses from contrasting habitats

Physical obstructions that reduce space for root growth can profoundly affect plant performance. The aim of this study was to investigate the ability of roots to avoid obstructions and forage for usable space, and to reveal the mechanism involved. Eight grass species from four genera were examined....

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Veröffentlicht in:The New phytologist. - 1979. - 179(2008), 4 vom: 15., Seite 1162-1170
1. Verfasser: Semchenko, Marina (VerfasserIn)
Weitere Verfasser: Zobel, Kristjan, Heinemeyer, Andreas, Hutchings, Michael J
Format: Online-Aufsatz
Sprache:English
Veröffentlicht: 2008
Zugriff auf das übergeordnete Werk:The New phytologist
Schlagworte:Comparative Study Journal Article Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't Plant Exudates Charcoal 16291-96-6