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Friday - March 27, 2009
From: mcdonald, PA
Region: Mid-Atlantic
Topic: General Botany
Title: Can plants in the same genus cross-pollinate?
Answered by: Joe Marcus
Can you cross-pollinate plants from the same genus?
ANSWER:
Plants employ just about every pollination scheme imaginable and some that we're not sure anyone would have imagined. The flowers of some species only self-pollinate, some may self-pollinate or will also accept pollen from other plants of the same species, some will not self-pollinate at all and must receive pollen from other plants of the species.
Some species readily cross with other species within their genera, some cross occassionally, some cross very rarely, most seem to never cross with plants outside of its species, These crosses, if successful, are known as interspecific crosses and produce hybrids which may be fertile, but are more commonly infertile. In more rare cases, some species even cross outside of their genera (intergeneric crosses) also producing hybrid offspring.
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Lady Bird (film)
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| Running time | 94 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $10 million |
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It now operates as a 170(c)(1) nonprofit. Throughout its history, the Center has become one of the country's most credible research institutions and effective advocates for native plants.
Is Lady Bird Johnson still alive? ›
Claudia Alta "Lady Bird" Johnson (née Taylor; December 22, 1912 – July 11, 2007) was the First Lady of the United States from 1963 to 1969 as the wife of President Lyndon B. Johnson. She served as the second lady from 1961 to 1963 when her husband was vice president.
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How long is Lady Bird boardwalk? ›
The Boardwalk at Lady Bird Lake
The $28 million project features over 300 piers, 2,200 pre-cast concrete deck planks, 13,000 LED lights, 1.3 million pounds of structural steel, 7 viewing areas, ADA accessible pier, and a new trailhead restroom along the 7,250 feet boardwalk.
How long does it take for wildflowers? ›
Watch growth and blooms appear! When the conditions are right, wildflower seeds will sprout within 2-3 weeks after germination. Annuals will bloom about 2-3 months after germination. Biennials grow foliage in their first season and bloom in the second season.
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Cons of a Wildflower Meadow:
- Initial Establishment: Establishing a wildflower meadow requires careful planning and preparation. ...
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