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Detection of quantitative trait loci for seminal root traits in maize (Zea mays L.) seedlings grown under differential phosphorus levels.
TAG. Theoretical and applied genetics. Theoretische und angewandte Genetik - 1 Jun 2006
Zhu Jinming, Mickelson Suzanne M, Kaeppler Shawn M, Lynch Jonathan P
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Suboptimal phosphorus availability is a primary constraint for terrestrial plant growth. Seminal roots play an important role in acquisition of nutrients by plant seedlings. The length and number of seminal roots may be particularly important in acquisition of immobile nutrients such as phosphorus by increasing soil exploration. The objective of this study was to identify quantitative trait loci (QTL) controlling...
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