The structural biology of palms

Abstract

Introduction - an appreciation of palms Phasic development in palms Embryo and seedling Establishment phase Mature vegetative phase Vascular anatomy of the stem Palm stem - mechanics, age determination, and hydraulics Vascular development Leaf Lamina anatomy The root Inflorescence Flower Fruit and seed Defences Relationships and origin of the Palmae Appendix: Synopsis of a classification of the palms Bibliography Index.