Qualitative Characterization of Xylem Vessels of 23 Woody Trees and Shrubs in Northeastern Mexico: Its Significance

Authors

  • Ratikanta Maiti Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon, Facultad de Ciencias Forestales, Carr. Nac. No. 85 Km. 45, Linares, Nuevo Leon (67 700), Mexico
  • Humberto González Rodríguez Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon, Facultad de Ciencias Forestales, Carr. Nac. No. 85 Km. 45, Linares, Nuevo Leon (67 700), Mexico
  • Jeff Christofher González Díaz Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon, Facultad de Ciencias Forestales, Carr. Nac. No. 85 Km. 45, Linares, Nuevo Leon (67 700), Mexico

Keywords:

Adaptation, evolutionary trends, secondary xylem vessels, taxonomy, variability

Abstract

The present study was undertaken to determine the variability of secondary xylem vessel characteristics of 23 woody trees and shrubs at Linares, Northeast Mexico. The results revealed a large variability in secondary xylem vessel characteristics. Species are grouped on the basis of vessel lengths, breadth and inclination of end walls which are considered to be related to taxonomic delimitation, evolutionary trends and adaptation of the species to xeric environment.

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Published

28-08-2017

How to Cite

Maiti, R., Rodríguez, H. G., & Díaz, J. C. G. (2017). Qualitative Characterization of Xylem Vessels of 23 Woody Trees and Shrubs in Northeastern Mexico: Its Significance. International Journal of Economic Plants, 4(Aug, 3), 107–110. Retrieved from https://ojs.pphouse.org/index.php/IJEP/article/view/4511

Issue

Vol. 4 No. Aug, 3 (2017)

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