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Preliminary studies on the resistance of tropical tree species to the pest Atta insularis (Guer) in Cuba
Author(s): G. Febles, T. Ruiz, V. Torres, G. Achan, A. Noda and J. Alonso
Month: Dec
Year: 2008
Publication Type: Article
Journal: Cuban Journal of Agricultural Science
Journal Link: http://www.ica.inf.cu/cuban-journal-of-agricultural-science/index.php
Volume: 42
Issue: 4
Pages: 405-409
Article Topic(s): Pathology,Stress
Research Setting(s): Laboratory
Species Referenced: Sophora tomentosa var. truncata (Yellow necklacepod),
Abstract
The resistence of 40 tree species to the ant Atta insularis was tested. Sixteen species survived attack after 2 years of study.Suggested Citation
G. Febles, T. Ruiz, V. Torres, G. Achan, A. Noda and J. Alonso. "Preliminary studies on the resistance of tropical tree species to the pest Atta insularis (Guer) in Cuba." Cuban Journal of Agricultural Science 42.4 (2008): 405-409.Go back