Asteraceae Paradox: Chemical and Mechanical Protection of <i>Taraxacum</i> Pollen
Excessive pollen harvesting by bees can compromise the reproductive success of plants. Plants have therefore evolved different morphological structures and floral cues to narrow the spectrum of pollen feeding visitors. Among “filtering” mechanisms, the chemical and mechanical protection of pollen mi...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2020-05-01
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Series: | Insects |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4450/11/5/304 |