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Translocation of Amitrole in Yellow Nutsedge and Its Effect on Seed Germination

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  12 June 2017

E. R. Hill
Affiliation:
Department of Horticulture
W. H. Lachman
Affiliation:
Department of Horticulture
D. N. Maynard
Affiliation:
Department of Horticulture
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Abstract

Autoradiographs following treatment of Cyperus esculentus L. with C14-labeled amitrole indicated that it was readily translocated from the point of application to the seed. Seed germination was significantly reduced following amitrole applications.

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Research Article
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Copyright © 1963 Weed Science Society of America 

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