Cells, Genes & Molecules The broken remains of pectin give clues to the culprit By tracking how cell walls were loosened, a team has been able to show which enzyme is helping fruit ripen. Fi GennuJune 23, 2021
Annals of Botany Genetic structure of Old World date palm Population structure analysis reveals the existence of two ancient gene pools that have contributed to the current diversity of Old World date palm. botanyoneJuly 27, 2015
Plant Cuttings Plant parts doing unexpected things: Part 1 (or, Giving transpiration a little boost…) In order to survive in desert-like areas. date palms substantially rely on the exploitation and recharge of the stem reservoir in their water budget. Nigel ChaffeyMarch 19, 2015
Plant Cuttings Date sex – XY marks the spot Dates, the sticky, sweet fruits of the date palm (Phoenix dactylifera), are the product of sexual reproduction in that plant and borne on the female plants of this dioecious species. Globally, about 15 million metric... Nigel ChaffeyJune 14, 2011