Between-population outbreeding affects plant defence.

Between-population crosses may replenish genetic variation of populations, but may also result in outbreeding depression. Apart from direct effects on plant fitness, these outbreeding effects can also alter plant-herbivore interactions by influencing plant tolerance and resistance to herbivory. We i...

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Main Authors: Leimu, R, Fischer, M
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2010