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Leaf growth

Coverage of Leaf growth in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: May 6 · 03:22 UTCMost recent: May 6 · 03:22 UTC
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  • SCIENCEMay 6 · 03:22 UTCSCIENCE DAILY
    Oak trees are delaying spring to starve caterpillars

    Oak trees delay leaf growth to starve caterpillars, reducing insect survival and leaf damage. This defense mechanism is more efficient than chemical defenses. Oak trees can delay leaf growth by just three days to achieve this effect.

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