← Back to Protocolsexperimental

Stigma lobe removal fertilization experiment (Geraniaceae)

Subcategory: reproductive manipulation
Papers: 1 | Mentions: 1

Local Knowledge Graph (8 entities)

Loading graph...

Description

Experimental removal of 0-5 stigma lobes from gynodioecious Geranium flowers to test the relationship between stigma lobe pollination and ovule fertilization. Includes emasculation of hermaphrodites to prevent self-fertilization.

Typical Equipment

  • DEER-X protective deer fencing
  • flagging
  • jewelry tags
  • forceps
  • clippers
  • small coin envelopes

Output Measurements

  • seed set per treatment
  • pollen grain counts per stigma lobe