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A simple and efficient method to quantify the cell parameters of the seed coat, embryo and silique wall in rapeseed
BackgroundResearchers interested in the seed size of rapeseed need to quantify the cell size and number of cells in the seed coat, embryo and silique...
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Ecological and evolutionary aspects of seed coat and seedling development in Juncus tenuis (Juncaceae, Poales)
This work aimed to understand ecological and evolutionary aspects of Juncus tenuis (Juncaceae) by analyzing its seed coat and seedling development....
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Variability in vegetative characters, yield parameters and seed characters in blackgram genotypes with varying reaction to Mungbean Yellow Mosaic Virus infection
Sixteen blackgram [ Vigna mungo (L.) Hepper] genotypes were evaluated against yellow mosaic disease under field conditions and identified nine...
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Seed morphology of Eriocaulon (Eriocaulaceae) in Thailand
The seed morphologies of forty-five Eriocaulon species and infraspecies in Thailand are described in detail. Characteristics of the seed were...
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Diversity of seed-coat structure and thickness among six genera representing tribes Sophoreae, Crotalarieae, and Genisteae (Papilionoideae, Fabaceae) in Egypt
The anatomical structure of seed coats of 13 Egyptian taxa belonging to three Fabaceae-Papilionoideae tribes, Sophoreae, Crotalarieae, and Genisteae,...
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Seed mucilage as a defense against granivory is influenced by substrate characters
Many seeds are consumed by granivores despite numerous adaptations to prevent detection or exploitation. The environment can influence the efficacy...
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Dissecting the genetic control of seed coat color in a RIL population of common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.)
Key messageThree genes associated with the seed coat color in a TU/Musica RIL population were located on a genetic map, and two candidate genes...
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Breeding Finger Millet (Eleusine coracana L. Gaertn) for Improvement of Quality Characters and Yield
Finger millet (Eleusine coracana L. Gaertn) also known as “ragi” belongs to family “Poaceae” (Gramineae) is an important millet after Jowar and...
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Influence of seed and pod biophysical characters on pre-harvest sprouting tolerance in urdbean (Vigna mungo L.)
Pre-harvest sprouting (PHS) is an environmentally induced phenomenon, which causes severe yield losses in urdbean under humid weather conditions....
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Carbon dioxide sensitization delays the postharvest ripening and fatty acids composition of Capsicum fruit by regulating ethylene biosynthesis, malic acid and reactive oxygen species metabolism
Present study would be significant in the sustenance of quality characters for postharvest storage of Capsicum fruit with CO 2 -sensitization in...
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Occurrence and molecular characteristics of citrus leaf blotch virus from citrus in China based on coat protein genes
A total of 791 citrus samples were collected from 10 citrus cultivars from nine different citrus-producing areas in China, the occurrence of citrus...
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Occurrence and molecular variability of apple-associated Luteovirus isolates from apple in China based on coat protein genes
Apple-associated Luteovirus (AaLV) was recently found in apple trees in China. How commonly AaLV occurs in apple and how much genetic diversity is...
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West African Dwarf goat populations of tropical rainforest zone: application of multivariate analysis tools on their characterization using morpho-biometric traits
This research was carried out to characterize the West African Dwarf (WAD) goats using multivariate approach based on their morpho-biometric traits...
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Coat color alterations over the years and their association with growth performances in the Menz sheep central nucleus and community-based breeding programs
In the traditional Menz sheep breeding, communities select against black coat color and therefore its frequency is declining over time. We...
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Systematic Study on Aristolochia (Aristolochiaceae) Native to Iran
Aristolochia (Aristolochiaceae) is composed of three native species in Iran as A. hyrcana, A. olivieri and A. bottae. These medicinal and toxic...
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Systematic significance of seed morphology and foliar anatomy among Acanthaceous taxa
The present study was aimed at investigating seed macro and micro-morphological and foliar epidermal anatomical characters of 15 Acanthus species...
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Phylogenetic placement of the monotypic Baolia (Amaranthaceae s.l.) based on morphological and molecular evidence
BackgroundBaolia H.W.Kung & G.L.Chu is a monotypic genus only known in Diebu County, Gansu Province, China. Its systematic position is...
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Genetic characterization and population structure of different coat colour variants of Badri cattle
The present study aimed to genetically characterize the Badri cattle and its three colour variants and assess their population structure using 24...
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Anatomical and micromorphological study on some understudied taxa of Thlaspi L. s. lat. (Brassicaceae)
This study investigates the seed and fruit anatomy and micromorphology of five pennycress taxa ( Thlaspi L. sensu lato) from Turkey, some of which...
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Response of field pea genotypes to the infestation of Adzuki bean beetle (Callosobruchus chinensis L.) under different soil fertility regimes and locations in Ethiopia
Field pea ( Pisum sativum L.) is an important source of protein and income for smallholder farmers in Ethiopia. But recently, it has faced challenges...
