Structural differentiation among annual shoots as related to growth dynamics in Luma apiculata trees (Myrtaceae)

• Published in: Flora. Morphologie, Geobotanik, Oekophysiologie Vol. 249; pp. 86 - 96
• Main Authors: Puntieri, Javier, Torres, Cristian, Magnin, Amaru, Stecconi, Marina, Grosfeld, Javier
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elsevier GmbH 01.12.2018
• Subjects: Allometric relationships; Axis differentiation; Bud structure; Growth dynamics; Preformation; Reproductive effort; Growth dynamics; Preformation; Allometric relationships; Reproductive effort; Axis differentiation; Bud structure

•Notable variation in the size of main-branch shoots of Luma apiculata is evidenced.•The number of leaf primordia preformed in winter buds is low and little variable.•Organ addition to the autumn preformation implies shoot structure re-adjustment.•The relevance of preformation on shoot structure rev...