Factorial field manipulation of plant antagonists (Polemoniaceae)

Subcategory: field manipulation

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Description

Three-way factorial field experiment manipulating herbivory (clipping), nectar robbing (artificial hole-cutting and nectar removal), and seed predation (egg removal) to test additive vs. non-additive effects on plant fitness components.

Typical Equipment

scissors
thin metal stakes
dissecting scissors
10 μl microcapillary tubes
fine-point forceps

Output Measurements

treatment effects on male fitness
treatment effects on female fitness
plant trait responses

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Additive effects of herbivory, nectar robbing and seed predation on male and female fitness components of the host plant <i>Ipomopsis aggregata</i>

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