A genetic comparison of three forms of the waterhyacinth, eichhornia crassipes
Title:
A genetic comparison of three forms of the waterhyacinth, eichhornia crassipes
Author:
Wain, Richard P. Martin, Dean F.
Appeared in:
Journal of environmental science and health. Part A, Toxic/hazardous substances & environmental engineering
Paging:
Volume 15 (1980) nr. 6 pages 625-633
Year:
1980
Contents:
Three groups of waterhyacinths (small, ca 15 cm tall; medium, 45-60 cm, and “super”, 90-120 cm) were compared by using horizontal starch gel electrophoresis and examining the root tips of healthy plants. Banding patterns for seven isozyme systems were examined and a total of 14 consistent and reproducible zones of electrophoretic activity were observed on the gels. Based upon these data, no discernable differences existed amongst the three forms, despite the disparity of size and their occurrence in different environments.
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