Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
2046818 Current Opinion in Plant Biology 2006 5 Pages PDF
Abstract

A major factor in the evolution of the angiosperms is the adaptation of plants to animal pollinators. The specific morphology of a flower, its color, nectar composition and scent production can all contribute to reproductive success by attracting pollinators and by limiting out-crossing with other species. It has now become feasible to dissect the genetic basis of plant adaptation to different pollinators.

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