Development of the root crown in some conifers |
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Authors: | Evan R. C. Reynolds |
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Affiliation: | (1) Department of Plant Sciences, University of Oxford, UK |
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Abstract: | Summary Large and small stumps of 3 spruce species, a pine, a fir and hemlock were pulled up from 15 year plantations. Roots originating from the root crown were counted (<0.5 cm) or, if larger, their diameters were measured, taper, eccentricity, compass bearing, inclination, position on the rootstock and basal age (by annual rings). The sequence of events leading to the developed skeletal root system was reconstructed. Hypotheses to account for the distinct populations of roots were examined. In all species, major roots originated between 2 and 7 yrs after planting and grew thicker and more eccentric at their bases than minor roots of the same age. Positively geotropic roots were distinct from plagiogeotropic roots. |
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Keywords: | Coniferae Root orientation Root system development Structural roots |
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