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Molecular insights into the taxonomy of Glyceria (Poaceae: Meliceae) in North America
Author(s): I. G. Whipple, M. E. Barkworth and B. S. Bushman
Month: Apr
Year: 2007
Journal: American Journal of Botany
Volume: 94
Issue: 4
Pages: 551-557
Article Topic(s): Genetics, Morphology, Taxonomy
Research Setting(s): Laboratory
Species Referenced: Glyceria striata (Fowl mannagrass),
Abstract
Evaluates the genetics and morphology of 18 species of Glyceria in the Poaceae (grass family). Glyceria elata and G. striata had different chloroplast genotypes, supporting their distinction as separate taxa.Suggested Citation
I. G. Whipple, M. E. Barkworth and B. S. Bushman. "Molecular insights into the taxonomy of Glyceria (Poaceae: Meliceae) in North America." American Journal of Botany 94.4 (2007): 551-557.Go back