Morphological characteristics of pollen grains have been categorised into different groups: 1. Pollen Units 2. Polarity 3. Symmetry 4. Shape 5. Size 6. Apertures 7. Sub-Divisions of the Pollen Surface 8. Sporoderm Stratification 9. Exine Ornamentation 10. ‘LO’ Analysis. Characteristic # 1. Pollen Units: The pollen grains are produced within the anther of the flower. […]
Morphological Characteristics of Pollen Grains
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Self Incompatibility in Plants | Palynology
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In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning of Self-Incompatibility 2. Molecular Basis 3. Determinants 4. Significance. Meaning of Self-Incompatibility: Self-incompatibility or intraspecific incompatibility is a well-designed genetic mechanism by which certain plants recognize and reject their own pollen thus forcing outbreeding. It is defined as “inability of the plant producing functional gametes to […]
13 Methods to Overcome Self-Incompatibility in Plants
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The following points highlight thirteen methods to overcome self-incompatibility in plants. The methods are: 1. Bud Pollination 2. Mixed Pollination 3. Deferred Pollination 4. Test Tube Pollination 5. Stub Pollination 6. Intra-Ovarian Pollination 7. In Vitro Pollination 8. Use of Mentor Pollen 9. Elevated Temperature Treatment 10. Irradiation 11. Surgical Method 12. Application of Chemicals […]
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