In addition to often discussed general climatic suitability of different species it is also necessary to consider the factor 'pests and diseases' when evaluating the appropriateness of certain plant types for designated growing spaces.doi:10.1016/j.ufug.2016.08.006Hosek, Lyn-Kristin...
However, coconut oil has its own niche and specialty functions. In order to be competitive and sustainable, the primary objective in coconut breeding is therefore to increase yield. Other important attributes are early bearing, resistance to pests and diseases, and tolerance to abiotic stress such ...
The Arecaceae were the first modern family of monocots to appear in the fossil record around 80 million years ago (Mya), during the late Cretaceous period. The first modern species, such as Nypa fruticans and Acrocomia aculeata, appeared 69 Mya, as evidenced by fossil Nypa pollen. Palms app...