Original title:
Carbohydrates drive growth and longevity tradeoff strategies of plants in the Western United States
Authors:
SAMRAOUI, Kenz Raouf Document type: Master’s theses
Year:
2023
Language:
eng Abstract:
This study explores the relationship between non-structural carbohydrates (NSCs), growth, and longevity in over 200 vascular plant species across diverse Western U.S. habitats. The research identifies specific roles for NSC compoundsfructans enhance longevity, while simple sugars support rapid growth at the expense of longevity. By elucidating the roles of individual NSC compounds and their relationship with growth and longevity, we are contributing to a deeper understanding of plant adaptation and survival strategies.
Keywords:
Carbon allocation strategies; Environmental adaptation; Non-structural carbohydrates (NSCs); Plant growth dynamics; United States of America. Citation: SAMRAOUI, Kenz Raouf. Carbohydrates drive growth and longevity tradeoff strategies of plants in the Western United States. České Budějovice, 2023. diplomová práce (Mgr.). JIHOČESKÁ UNIVERZITA V ČESKÝCH BUDĚJOVICÍCH. Přírodovědecká fakulta
Institution: University of South Bohemia in České Budějovice
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Document availability information: Fulltext is available in the Digital Repository of University of South Bohemia. Original record: http://www.jcu.cz/vskp/73327