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RESEARCH LITERATURE

The Research Literature database was created and funded by the Florida Wildflower Foundation. Use the search features below to find scientific articles on native wildflowers that are commercially available or used in restoration projects.

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Rapid response to artificial selection on flower size in Phlox

Author(s): G. Lendvai and D. A. Levin

Month: Apr
Year: 2003

Journal: Heredity
Volume: 90
Issue: 4
Pages: 336-342

Article Topic(s): Genetics,Morphology
Research Setting(s): Laboratory

Species Referenced: Phlox drummondii (Annual phlox),

Abstract

Investigates changes in flower size of Phlox drummondii after trait selection over three generations. The authors conclude that morphological floral traits in Phlox drummondii can evolve rapidly.

Suggested Citation

G. Lendvai and D. A. Levin. "Rapid response to artificial selection on flower size in Phlox." Heredity 90.4 (2003): 336-342.

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ISSN: 0018-067X
DOI: 10.1038/sj.hdy.6800249

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