Castilleja haustorial connection microscopy (Orobanchaceae)

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Description

Root systems around Castilleja plants are excavated, cleaned, and examined microscopically to identify haustorium-host connections for direct detection of parasitic relationships. Host species are identified based on root and tissue characteristics.

Typical Equipment

• shovels
• collection containers
• water for rinsing soil
• microscopes
• dissection tools
• water baths for rinsing

Output Measurements

• host species identity
• parasitic connection presence

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