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Pollen competition as a reproductive isolating mechanism between two sympatric Hibiscus species (Malvaceae)
Author(s): R. A. Klips
Month: Feb
Year: 1999
Journal: American Journal of Botany
Volume: 86
Issue: 2
Pages: 269-272
Article Topic(s): Competition,Pollination
Research Setting(s): Greenhouse
Species Referenced: Hibiscus moscheutos (Crimson-eyed rose-mallow),
Abstract
Evaluates the effects of interspecific pollination between Hibiscus moscheutos and H. laevis. Foreign pollen resulted in similar fruit set but lower seed numbers compared to that of conspecific pollen. Although hybridization between the species is possible, it seems that pollen competition serves as a barrier to hybridization.Suggested Citation
R. A. Klips. "Pollen competition as a reproductive isolating mechanism between two sympatric Hibiscus species (Malvaceae)." American Journal of Botany 86.2 (1999): 269-272.Go back