Direct x-ray microtomography observation confirms the induction of embolism upon xylem cutting under tension

Plant Physiol. 2015 Jan;167(1):40-3. doi: 10.1104/pp.114.249706. Epub 2014 Nov 6.

Abstract

Direct visualization shows enhanced embolism of xylem samples when they are collected under tension.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Acer / physiology
  • Eucalyptus / physiology
  • Helianthus / physiology
  • Juglans / physiology
  • Plant Diseases
  • Plant Physiological Phenomena
  • X-Ray Microtomography / methods*
  • Xylem / physiology*