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Potential contribution of natural enemies to patterns of local adaptation in plants.
The New phytologist - 1 Jan 2008
Crémieux Lisèle, Bischoff Armin, Šmilauerová Majka, Lawson Clare S, Mortimer Simon R, Doležal Jiří, Lanta Vojtěch, Edwards Andrew R, Brook Alex J, Tscheulin Thomas, Macel Mirka, Lepš Jan, Müller-Schärer Heinz, Steinger Thomas
Abstract excerpt
Genetic differentiation among plant populations and adaptation to local environmental conditions are well documented. However, few studies have examined the potential contribution of plant antagonists, such as insect herbivores and pathogens, to the pattern of local adaptation. Here, a reciprocal transplant experiment was set up at three sites across Europe using two common plant species, Holcus lanatus and...
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