Plant Organ Abscission: Methods and Protocols

This volume details methods on abscission that can be applied by scientists studying organ abscission. Chapters guide readers through organ abscission on diverse species including rice, Setaria viridis, Arabidopsis, yellow lupine, tomato and Nicotiana benthamiana, rose, oil palm, apple, litchi, Areca catechu, and fir.  Written in the highly successful Methods in Molecular Biology series format, chapters include introductions to their respective topics, lists of the necessary materials and reagents, step-by-step, readily reproducible laboratory protocols, and tips on troubleshooting and avoiding known pitfalls. Authoritative and cutting-edge, Plant Organ Abscission: Methods and Protocols aims to ensure successful results in the further study of this vital field.