The physiological function of the cereal awn

F. J. Grundbacher

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journal article Jul 01, 1963

The physiological function of the cereal awn

F. J. Grundbacher

The Botanical Review Vol. 29 No. 3 pp. 366-381 · Springer Science and Business Media LLC

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