The Mechanism by Which Umbrella-Shaped Ratchet Trichomes on the <i>Elaeagnus angustifolia</i> Leaf Surface Collect Water and Reflect Light
Leaves are essential for plants, enabling photosynthesis and transpiration. In arid regions, water availability limits plant growth. Some plants, like <i>Elaeagnus angustifolia</i>, a sandy sub-tree species widely distributed in arid and semi-arid regions, have unique leaf structures to...
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MDPI AG
2023-07-01
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| Series: | Biology |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2079-7737/12/7/1024 |