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Macroptilium atropurpureum (Siratro) | by Oriolus84
Studies on foliar epidermal features in in six species of Macroptilium (Benth.) Urb. (Fabaceae)
by Narsaiah G., Bahadur B. (1982)
Narsaiah G., Kakatiya University, Warangal, India
in Indian bot. Reptr. 1(2) : 69-101 –
Abstract
All the species have paracytic stomata.
The stomatal indices, frequencies and sizes have been determined.
M. gracile and M. bracteatum can be identified by hypostomatic condition. M. gracile is the only species with glandular hairs.
The taxonomic significance of these characters has been discussed.
PLANT STOMATA ENCYCLOPEDIA 