Macromorphological and foliar epidermal anatomical characteristics of Lilium rosthornii (Liliaceae): Implications for morphological adaptations and taxonomic significance
Microscopy Research and Technique,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
87(9), P. 2027 - 2033
Published: April 16, 2024
This
research
is
to
examine
the
macromorphological
and
foliar
epidermal
anatomical
features
of
Lilium
rosthornii
Diels
its
ability
plastically
adapt
environmental
forces,
which
crucial
for
taxonomic
classification.
L.
has
characteristics
such
as
linear
lanceolate
leaves
up
20
cm
in
length
2-3
breadth,
grouped
a
whorled
pattern.
The
blooms
are
voluminous
conspicuous,
measuring
15
diameter
supported
by
towering
stalk
that
grows
1
m
height.
structure
exhibits
stomatal
82.02
±
5.77
μm
width
29.19
1.39
μm.
These
measurements
suggest
plant's
stomata
influenced
ploidy
levels
may
serve
adaptive
mechanisms
enhance
water
consumption
efficiency.
leaf
shows
significant
thickness
398.74
97.96
μm,
might
potentially
contribute
withstand
challenges.
Additionally,
presence
defensive
adaptations
top
lower
layers
further
supports
this
observation.
palisade
tissue
measurement
(58.87
9.56
m)
spongy
(32.42
12.72
μm)
indicate
potential
photosynthetic
optimization.
Furthermore,
there
possible
correlation
between
vascular
bundle
(28.15
6.52
°m)
efficiency
nutrition
delivery.
results
study
emphasize
notable
diversity
structures
rosthornii,
offering
valuable
understanding
morphological
have
ecological
significance.
findings
provide
deeper
comprehension
impact
on
plant
function
categorization,
hence
providing
insights
domain
morphology
systematics.
RESEARCH
HIGHLIGHTS:
Examines
rosthornii's
adaptability
relevance.
Leaf
defenses
resilience
stress.
Highlights
structures,
with
implications
significance
Offers
into
Language: Английский
Taxonomic Identification of Ligustrum foliosum Nakai: A Comprehensive Study of Macro‐ and Micromorphology
Microscopy Research and Technique,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Nov. 7, 2024
Ligustrum
foliosum
Nakai,
a
species
endemic
to
South
Korea,
is
member
of
the
Oleaceae
family.
This
study
provides
comprehensive
taxonomic
identification
L.
based
on
its
macro-
and
micromorphological
characteristics,
particularly
focusing
leaf
foliar
epidermal
taxonomy.
Scanning
electron
microscopy
(SEM)
was
used
analyze
structures
collected
from
various
populations
Ulleungdo
Island,
primary
habitat.
Macromorphological
assessment
revealed
that
exhibits
ovate
elliptical
leaves
with
pointed
apices,
rounded
bases,
entire,
smooth
margins.
The
measured
3-10
cm
in
length
1.5-4
width,
pinnate
venation
pattern
prominent
secondary
veins.
adaxial
surface
dark
green
glabrous,
while
lighter
slightly
pubescent.
Micromorphological
analysis
using
SEM
provided
detailed
insights
into
characteristics.
cells
were
polygonal
shape
straight
curved
anticlinal
walls.
Anomocytic
stomata
not
surrounded
by
specialized
are
predominant
type,
density
ranging
100
150/mm
Language: Английский