The Effects of Cross & Self-Fertilisation in the Vegetable Kingdom by Darwin

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Author Darwin, Charles, 1809-1882
Title The Effects of Cross & Self-Fertilisation in the Vegetable Kingdom
Alternate Title The Effects of Cross and Self-Fertilisation in the Vegetable Kingdom
Note Reading ease score: 59.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Sue Asscher and David Widger
Summary "The Effects of Cross & Self-Fertilisation in the Vegetable Kingdom" by Charles Darwin is a scientific publication likely authored in the late 19th century. This work explores the mechanisms and implications of cross-fertilisation and self-fertilisation among plants, presenting experimental results that highlight their effects on the growth, vigor, and offspring characteristics of various species. Darwin aims to provide evidence on how these reproductive processes influence the overall health and adaptability of plant species. At the start of the book, the introductory chapter sets the stage for the experiments that follow, discussing the importance of cross-fertilisation in enhancing plant vitality. Darwin outlines the various techniques and methodologies employed in his experiments, noting the benefits derived from different fertilisation methods. He emphasizes how the structure and timing of flowering organs are crucial in facilitating cross-fertilisation and showcases numerous instances of plants adapted exclusively for this purpose. Through detailed observations, Darwin reveals his hypothesis that cross-fertilisation results in more vigorous offspring than self-fertilisation, laying the groundwork for the extensive data and analysis that follow in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QK: Science: Botany
Subject Plants -- Variation
Subject Fertilization of plants
Subject Pollination
Category Text
EBook-No. 4346
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 28, 2023
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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