Airborne Pollen Content Of Kuşadası,
2013
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Airborne Pollen Content Of Kuşadası, Aycan Tosunoğlu, Ayşe Yeni̇gün, Adem Biçakçi, Kayi Eli̇açik
Turkish Journal of Botany
Atmospheric pollen grains of Kuşadası were captured using Durham samplers and investigated in 2005. The total number of pollen grains and the pollen grains/cm^2 were calculated from slides that were changed weekly. During the study period a total of 12,980 pollen grains/cm^2 belonging to 44 identified taxa and unidentified pollen grains were recorded at 2 stations. At the first station (S1), 7346 pollen grains were counted per cm^2, while only 5634 pollen grains were counted at the second station (S2). The majority of the investigated pollen grains were from Olea europaea L. (34.46%), Cupressaceae/Taxaceae (30.04%), Pinus spp. (19.71%), Platanus spp. …
A Phytosociological Study Of The Forest, Shrub, And Steppe Vegetation Of Kızıldağ And Environs (Isparta, Turkey),
2013
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A Phytosociological Study Of The Forest, Shrub, And Steppe Vegetation Of Kızıldağ And Environs (Isparta, Turkey), Coşkun Sağlam
Turkish Journal of Botany
The phytosociological properties of the forest, shrub, and steppe vegetation of Kızıldağ (Isparta province) were investigated in 2010 and 2011. The vegetation of the area was analysed using a 3-dimensional ordination technique based on the Braun-Blanquet method. As a result, 5 new plant associations were determined as belonging to forest, shrub, and steppe vegetation and classified syntaxonomically. The associations and their higher units are as follows. Quercetea-Pubescentis Doingt Kraft 1955. Querco-Cedretalia libani Barbéro, Loisel & Quézel 1974. 1. Meliloto bicoloris-Quercetum cocciferae ass. nova. 2. Hyperico heterophylli-Cistetum laurifolii ass. nova. 3. Atraphaxo billardieri-Amygdaletum orientalii ass. nova. Abieto-Cedrion Akman, Barbéro & Quézel …
In Vitro Germination, Protocorm Formation, And Plantlet Development Of Orchis Coriophora (Orchidaceae), A Naturally Growing Orchid Species In Turkey, Ersan Bektaş, Mustafa Cüce, Atalay Sökmen
Turkish Journal of Botany
Some species belonging to the genus Orchis Tourn. ex L. (Orchidaceae) are of great economic importance as their tubers or corms are used to produce a hot beverage called salep. Nevertheless, these plants are not cultivated but are rather collected from nature, and due to careless collection many have already been listed as endangered plants. In order to assess the possibility of in vitro propagation, an orchid, Orchis coriophora L., was selected as a model plant, and the effects of basal media and plant growth regulators on in vitro seed germination, protocorm development, and plantlet formation were studied. Mature seeds …
Phenological Variations Of Polyphenols In Smilax Campestris (Smilacaceae),
2013
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Phenological Variations Of Polyphenols In Smilax Campestris (Smilacaceae), Ana Zulema Rugna, Alberto Angel Gurni, Marcelo Luis Wagner
Turkish Journal of Botany
Polyphenol profiles can suffer quali-quantitative modifications as the plant modifies its phenological condition. The objective of this work was to determine if there is a rhythm of production in the synthesis of polyphenols according to the phenological condition in the leaves, roots, and rhizomes of Smilax campestris Griseb. The plant material analysed corresponded to individuals of a colony of S. campestris collected in different phenological conditions. Standard methodology was used for the chromatographic profiles of flavonols (kaempferol, quercetin, isorhamnetin, and their glycosides) and proanthocyanidins (procyanidin and propelargonidin) and quantification of total phenol, condensed tannins, and flavonols. Appearance of metabolic changes …
Contributions To The Moss Flora Of The Caucasian Part (Artvin Province) Of Turkey,
2013
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Contributions To The Moss Flora Of The Caucasian Part (Artvin Province) Of Turkey, Nevzat Batan, Turan Özdemi̇r
Turkish Journal of Botany
The moss flora of Artvin Province (Ardanuç, Şavşat, Borçka, Murgul, and Arhavi districts) in Turkey was studied between 2009 and 2011. A total of 167 moss taxa (belonging to 80 genera and 33 families) were recorded within the study area. Among these, 3 species [Dicranella schreberiana (Hedw.) Dixon, Dicranodontium asperulum (Mitt.) Broth., and Campylopus pyriformis (Schultz) Brid.] are new records from the investigated area for the moss flora of Turkey. The research area is located in the A4 and A5 squares in the grid system adopted by Henderson in 1961. In the A5 grid-square 127 taxa were recorded as new …
Three New Macrofungi Records For Turkey,
2013
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Three New Macrofungi Records For Turkey, Hali̇l Güngör, Hakan Alli, Mustafa Işiloğlu
Turkish Journal of Botany
Scotomyces subviolaceus (Peck) Jülich, Geoglossum lineare Hakelier, and Chlorencoelia versiformis (Pers.) J.R.Dixon were recorded for the first time in Turkey. The new taxa are described and illustrated. Scotomyces Jülich and Geoglossum Pers. are also new records at genus level.
A Contribution To Taxonomy Of Centaurea Including Psephellus (Asteraceae) Based On Anatomical And Molecular Data,
2013
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A Contribution To Taxonomy Of Centaurea Including Psephellus (Asteraceae) Based On Anatomical And Molecular Data, Özhan Aydi̇n, Kami̇l Çoşkunçelebi̇, Mutlu Gültepe, Murat Erdem Güzel
Turkish Journal of Botany
Seven Centaurea L. s.l (Asteraceae) taxa endemic to Turkey were examined in terms of anatomical and molecular aspects to contribute to their taxonomic positions. Numerical analysis of the 13 anatomical traits showed that average row number of collenchyma and the arrangements of the vascular bundles in the stem, leaf type, and abaxial surface of leaf epidermal tissue were important to determine the investigated taxa. It was also found that the 7 investigated taxa were grouped into 2 distinct clusters based on anatomical traits and combined nrDNAITS/cpDNA data.
Fruit Anatomy Of Some Ferulago (Apiaceae) Species In Turkey,
2013
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Fruit Anatomy Of Some Ferulago (Apiaceae) Species In Turkey, Emi̇ne Akalin Uruşak, Çağla Kizilarslan
Turkish Journal of Botany
The genus Ferulago W.Koch is represented with 49 species in the world and 34 species in Turkey. In this study, comparative fruit anatomical properties based on mericarp shape in transverse section of 27 Ferulago species grown in Turkey are given. A description of Ferulago cypria H.Wolff, which was mentioned as a new record in an unpublished postdoctoral thesis, is also given. As a result of this study, we are able to identify and classify the species of this genus by using anatomical features of the fruit. In addition, an identification key has been prepared to represent the similarities and differences …
Seasonal Changes Of Inorganic And Organic Osmolyte Content In Three Endemic Limonium Species Of Lake Tuz (Turkey),
2013
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Seasonal Changes Of Inorganic And Organic Osmolyte Content In Three Endemic Limonium Species Of Lake Tuz (Turkey), Gökçen Baysal Furtana, Hayri̇ Duman, Ruki̇ye Tipirdamaz
Turkish Journal of Botany
The levels of inorganic (Na^+, K^+, Ca^+^2, Mg^+^2, Cl^-) and organic (proline, carbohydrates) osmolytes and quaternary ammonium compounds were measured in 3 endemic Limonium Mill. species [L. lilacinum (Boiss. & Bal.) Wagenitz, L. iconicum (Boiss. & Heldr.) Kuntze, and L. anatolicum Hedge] of Lake Tuz in central Anatolia, Turkey. Samples were collected between May and October from plants growing in their natural habitats. Soil samples also were taken from the plant root zone at the time of plant sampling. The results of pH, electrical conductivity (EC) values, and mineral composition in the soil showed seasonal changes. The highest EC and …
Improved Technique For Treating Seed Dormancy To Enhance Germination In Rosa × Hybrida,
2013
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Improved Technique For Treating Seed Dormancy To Enhance Germination In Rosa × Hybrida, Muhammad Nadeem, Atif Riaz, Adnan Younis, Masum Akond, Amjad Farooq, Usman Tariq
Turkish Journal of Botany
Rose breeders need reliable and efficient germination protocols to exploit all viable embryos in their breeding programs. In this study, different treatment combinations were assessed to overcome the mechanical resistance of the pericarp and enhance germination of rose seeds obtained from hybridisation among hybrids roses. In the 3 treatments, 30 days of a warm temperature followed by 60 days of cold stratification and 30% sulphuric acid treatment for 10 min proved more effective in getting higher seed germination (18.54%) and seed vigour index (261.18) of the progenies. This led to lower germination (18.20 days) and imbibition (23.64) periods with respect …
Polar Nuclei Behaviour In The Mature Megagametophyte Of The Natural Tetraploid Trifolium Pratense (Fabaceae),
2013
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Polar Nuclei Behaviour In The Mature Megagametophyte Of The Natural Tetraploid Trifolium Pratense (Fabaceae), Hati̇ce Nurhan Büyükkartal
Turkish Journal of Botany
The mature female gametophyte in Trifolium pratense L., a natural tetraploid plant, consists of 7 cells: the egg cell, 2 synergids, the central cell, and 3 antipodal cells. This type of mature female gametophyte is known as polygonum. The central cell occupies the largest portion of the mature female gametophyte and the polar nuclei are situated close to the egg apparatus. The cytoplasm of the central cell is rich in organelles. A large number of rough and smooth endoplasmic reticulum, mitochondria, plastids, dictyosomes, ribosomes, starch, and lipid bodies were observed. Differences were identified in this plant between the sizes of …
Anatomical Structures Of Vegetative And Reproductive Organs Of Senna Occidentalis (Caesalpiniaceae),
2013
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Anatomical Structures Of Vegetative And Reproductive Organs Of Senna Occidentalis (Caesalpiniaceae), Mohamed Abdel Azi̇z Ahmed Nassar, Hassan Ramadan Hassan Ramadan, Hend Mohammad Saad Ibrahim
Turkish Journal of Botany
The current investigation is concerned with the histological features of Senna occidentalis (L.) Link (coffee senna plant). The anatomical structure of different vegetative and reproductive organs was investigated weekly or fortnightly, according to the investigated organ, throughout the growing season. Organs studied included the main root, main stem (represented by shoot apex, apical, and median internodes), different foliage leaves developed on the main stem and on lateral shoots (including lamina and petiole), epidermal peel and trichomes, flower buds, fruits, and seeds. Histological features of various organs of the coffee senna plant were analysed microscopically and photomicrographed. Moreover, ultrastructural features of …
Bark Anatomy And Cell Size Variation In Quercus Faginea,
2013
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Bark Anatomy And Cell Size Variation In Quercus Faginea, Teresa Quilhó, Vicelina Sousa, Fatima Tavares, Helena Pereira
Turkish Journal of Botany
The bark structure of Quercus faginea Lam. in trees 30-60 years old grown in Portugal is described. The rhytidome consists of 3-5 sequential periderms alternating with secondary phloem. The phellem is composed of 2-5 layers of cells with thin suberised walls and narrow (1-3 seriate) tangential band of lignified thick-walled cells. The phelloderm is thin (2-3 seriate). Secondary phloem is formed by a few tangential bands of fibres alternating with bands of sieve elements and axial parenchyma. Formation of conspicuous sclereids and the dilatation growth (proliferation and enlargement of parenchyma cells) affect the bark structure. Fused phloem rays give rise …
Comparative Wood Anatomy Of Rhodothamnus Species,
2013
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Comparative Wood Anatomy Of Rhodothamnus Species, Bedri̇ Serdar
Turkish Journal of Botany
In this study, the comparative wood anatomy of the European [Rhodothamnus chamaecistus (L.) Reichb.] and Anatolian (Rhodothamnus sessilifolius P.H.Davis) species of Rhodothamnus were studied. The wood anatomy of the taxa shows evidence of adaptation to growing in alpine habitats. The woods of the species exhibit primitive wood anatomical characteristics and share similar qualitative anatomical features. However, some of the quantitative anatomical characteristics of the taxa show significant differences, such as the distinctness of the growth ring and the bar number of the scalariform perforation plate. The present study describes and compares the anatomical properties of the wood of the Rhodothamnus …
Bryophyte Flora Of Melendiz Mountain In Turkey,
2013
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Bryophyte Flora Of Melendiz Mountain In Turkey, Merve Can Gözcü, Recep Kara, Tülay Ezer
Turkish Journal of Botany
In this study, the bryophyte flora of Melendiz Mountain (Niğde Province) was investigated. In total, 99 taxa were found in this area. Of these, 4 taxa were liverworts and 95 taxa were mosses. According to Henderson's grid-square system, 39 moss taxa for the B8 square and 12 moss taxa for the C13 square are new records. Among them, Syntrichia caninervis Mitt. var. abranchesii (Luisier) R.H.Zander was recorded for the first time, and Cinclidotus pachylomoides Bizot and Orthotrichum sprucei Mont. were recorded for the second time in Turkey. In addition, the life forms and life strategies of the bryophytes in the …
Taxonomic Update Of Adenocalymma (Bignoniaceae): Emendations, New Synonyms, Typifications, And Status Change,
2013
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Taxonomic Update Of Adenocalymma (Bignoniaceae): Emendations, New Synonyms, Typifications, And Status Change, Renata Udulutsch, Marco Antonio Assis, Pedro Dias
Turkish Journal of Botany
A recent taxonomic treatment of Adenocalymma resulted in nomenclatural changes associated with 47 names and 24 species. Seven emendations, 16 new synonyms, 29 typifications (24 of which are lectotypifications), 4 neotypifications, 1 epitypification, and 1 status change are proposed. Emendations are related primarily to the first description of the fruit of Adenocalymma dichilum, A. divaricatum, A. fruticosum, A. hypostictum, A. macrophyllum, A. salmoneum, and A. scabriusculum. A variety of Adenocalymma, A. marginatum var. apterospermum, has been raised to the rank of species (A. apterospermum).
A New Species Of Bellevalia (Hyacinthaceae) From Turkey,
2013
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A New Species Of Bellevalia (Hyacinthaceae) From Turkey, Mehmet Erkan Uzunhi̇sarcikli, Hayri̇ Duman, Serkan Yilmaz
Turkish Journal of Botany
Bellevalia malatyaensis Uzunh. & H.Duman is described and illustrated as a new species from East Anatolia. The distribution area of this species is restricted to Erkenek (Malatya)-Gölbaşı (Adıyaman). It grows in open areas of Pinus brutia Ten. forest. It resembles Bellevalia gracilis Feinbrun, but differs in scapose habitus, leaves, and characters of the capsule. The morphological diagnostic characters and karyological features are discussed.
Seed-Coat Microsculpturing Of Turkish Lepidium (Brassicaceae) And Its Systematic Application,
2013
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Seed-Coat Microsculpturing Of Turkish Lepidium (Brassicaceae) And Its Systematic Application, Mehmet Bona
Turkish Journal of Botany
This article investigates the seed exomorphic characteristics of 14 taxa of Lepidium L. in Brassicaceae by light microscope and scanning electron microscope (SEM). The exomorphic characteristics of the seed are size, seed shape, seed colour, seed wings, and seed surface pattern. All characteristics of the seeds are described, illustrated, and compared in this article. The results of SEM at higher magnification showed 6 types of seed surface patterns: tuberculate, reticulate, ruminate, reticulate-tuberculate, reticulate-areolate, and reticulate-fovate. In these seed surface patterns, there were diagnostic characteristics and differences at the specific level for Lepidium.
Micromorphological And Preliminary Phytochemical Studies Of Azadirachta Indica And Melia Azedarach,
2013
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Micromorphological And Preliminary Phytochemical Studies Of Azadirachta Indica And Melia Azedarach, Samineh Jafari, Soodabeh Saeidnia, Mohammad Reza Shams Ardekani, Abbas Hadjiakhoondi, Mahnaz Khanavi
Turkish Journal of Botany
Azadirachta indica A.Juss. and Melia azedarach L. are 2 closely related species from Meliaceae that are considered noteworthy medicinal plants in the world and have very often been confused with each other. Various evaluations like organoleptic and microscopic characteristics, preliminary phytochemical screening, and fluorescence analysis were carried out on the pulp, husk, leaves, and seeds of both plants in powdered form to establish appropriate data that can aid rapid and easy differentiation between them. The results showed that these 2 species can be differentiated macroscopically and microscopically but tests of phytochemical analysis were not absolutely felicitous for this aim. In …
The Comparison Of Grime’S Strategies Of Plant Taxa In Hacı Osman Forest And Bafra Fish Lakes In The Central Black Sea Region Of Turkey, Rena Hüseyi̇nova, Mahmut Kilinç, Hamdi̇ Güray Kutbay, Dudu Duygu Kiliç, Ali̇ Bi̇lgi̇n
Turkish Journal of Botany
The main aim of this study was to compare Grime's strategies in 91 plant taxa occurring from the eastern to the western part of the central Black Sea region of northern Turkey (Samsun). To do this, 45 sample plots were taken from different community types (from swamp forests to halophytic communities), and the strategies of plant species were compared with each other. Many tree and shrub species present in Hacı Osman Forest, a protected swamp forest, exhibited a purely competitive (C) strategy; some other tree and shrub species exhibited secondary strategies such as competitive/competitive stress-tolerant (C/CS) and competitive/competitive ruderal (C/CR). …
