Metabolomic Profiling of <i>Nicotiana</i> Spp. Nectars Indicate That Pollinator Feeding Preference Is a Stronger Determinant Than Plant Phylogenetics in Shaping Nectar Diversity
Floral nectar is a rich secretion produced by the nectary gland and is offered as reward to attract pollinators leading to improved seed set. Nectars are composed of a complex mixture of sugars, amino acids, proteins, vitamins, lipids, organic and inorganic acids. This composition is influenced by s...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2020-05-01
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| Series: | Metabolites |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2218-1989/10/5/214 |