Phytochemistry and plant taxonomy — an essay on the chemotaxonomy of higher plants
1986; Elsevier BV; Volume: 25; Issue: 7 Linguagem: Inglês
10.1016/s0031-9422(00)81204-2
ISSN1873-3700
Autores Tópico(s)Plant Taxonomy and Phylogenetics
ResumoModern methods of plant classification and plant nomenclature are outlined. It is proposed that taxonomists should make greater efforts to conserve existing plant names, for the benefit of phytochemists and other users. Chemotaxonomic principles are considered and some examples are provided to show the importance of chemical evidence in taxonomic revision. The value of chemical characters in the classification of plants below the specific level is also emphasized.
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