Anther and Pollen: From Biology to Biotechnology

Clement, Christophe; Pacini, Ettore; Audran, Jean-Claude

Pollen, the plant structure most widely used by humans, is a key structure in plant reproduction giving rise to fruits and seeds. Moreover, the biotechnological use of pollen is of great importance for plant breeders since it allows to obtain varieties with better utilization and yield. In the first part, the successive steps of pollen development in the anther from floral induction to pollen germination and fertilization are thoroughly examined; the second part is devoted to pollen behaviour in vitro.

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Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2011-10-08

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9783642642098

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-642-59985-9

Dimensions: 235cm x155cm

Pages: 263