Unusual branching in the palm Euterpe edulis Mart
The unusual development of branches along the stem of Euterpe edulis is described for the first time. Branches originated at 2 to 190 cm from the ground. Ramified individuals and branches were able to produce reproductive structures and some branches produced roots. A plausible cause for the observed anomaly could be genetic problems due to small population sizes. The better agreement of this process can have a positive effect in the harvest of the heart of palm through the artificial induction of sprouts, what would prevent the death of the individual.
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| Format: | Digital revista |
| Language: | English |
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Instituto de Pesquisas Ambientais
2009
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| Online Access: | http://old.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S2236-89062009000300011 |
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