PHYLLODY (FLOWER ABNORMALITY) IN SWEET CHERRY (PRUNUS AVIUM L.)
H. Engin and Z. Gokbayrak*
Department of Horticulture, Faculty of Agriculture, Canakkale Onsekiz Mart University, 17020 Canakkale TURKIYE
Corresponding author’s e-mail: hakanengin@.comu.edu.tr
ABSTRACT
This report deals with a case of phyllody, flower abnormality which is described as leaf-like development of the floral organs. In most extreme form, the organ involved is replaced by a foliage-type leaf. Any floral organ, even the ovule, may become leafy in form or color. |
