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Plant Sciences

2003

Brassicaceae

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The Anatomical And Palynological Properties Of Alyssum Obtusifolium Steven Ex Dc. (Brassicaceae), Nermi̇n Orcan, Riza Bi̇nzet Jan 2003

The Anatomical And Palynological Properties Of Alyssum Obtusifolium Steven Ex Dc. (Brassicaceae), Nermi̇n Orcan, Riza Bi̇nzet

Turkish Journal of Botany

Alyssum obtusifolium Steven ex DC. was explored in terms of its anatomical and palynological aspects. The root is perennial and it has alternating concentric zones of xylem with large and small vessels respectively. The number of vascular bundles is 13-15 in the stem. The leaves are isolateral and have stomata cells which are anisocytic. Both surfaces of the leaves are covered with stellate hairs. The pollen type of the specimens is tricolpate.


Arabis Mollis Steven (Brassicaceae): A New Record For Turkey, Bi̇rol Mutlu, Ali̇ Arslan Dönmez Jan 2003

Arabis Mollis Steven (Brassicaceae): A New Record For Turkey, Bi̇rol Mutlu, Ali̇ Arslan Dönmez

Turkish Journal of Botany

A number of specimens of Arabis mollis Steven have been collected from Van. The species is a new record for the flora of Turkey. A description, photograph and distribution map of the species are given and an identification key is supplied for its close relatives. The nomenclatural problems between the species and its synonym, A. christiani N.Busch, are discussed.


A New Record For Turkey From East Anatolia: Alyssum Heterotrichum Boiss., Murat Ünal, Lütfi̇ Behçet Jan 2003

A New Record For Turkey From East Anatolia: Alyssum Heterotrichum Boiss., Murat Ünal, Lütfi̇ Behçet

Turkish Journal of Botany

Alyssum heterotrichum Boiss. (Brassicacecae) from east Anatolia (B9 Van) is a new record for the flora of Turkey.