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Reproductive Biology, Genetics and Evolution

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Red Clover Science

Part of the book series: Current Plant Science and Biotechnology in Agriculture ((PSBA,volume 28))

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Gametogenesis and the reproductive cycle of red clover were reviewed by Cleveland (1985); however, a brief review is presented here to facilitate development of the remainder of this topic. This review relies heavily on the work of Hindmarsh (1964) and Mackiewicz (1965). Reproductive topics covered include: 1) anther and pollen development, 2) ovule and embryo sac development, 3) fertilization and pollen tube growth, 4) self incompatibility, and 5) embryo development. A brief review of cytological methods used with red clover is also presented.

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Taylor, N.L., Quesenberry, K.H. (1996). Reproductive Biology, Genetics and Evolution. In: Red Clover Science. Current Plant Science and Biotechnology in Agriculture, vol 28. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-015-8692-4_3

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