Abstract:Cryptomeria japonica (Thunb. ex L.f.) D. Don is a commercial tree native to Japan and is one of the most important forest species in that country and the Azores (Portugal). Because of the quality of C. japonica timber, several genetic improvement programs have been performed. Recently, some studies focusing on C. japonica somatic embryogenesis have been carried out. However, in this species, this process uses immature seeds as initial explants, and for this reason, it is not possible to achieve the maximum gen… Show more
Forests, often referred to as the lungs of our planet, stand as a testament to the incredible diversity and significance of our terrestrial ecosystems [...]
Forests, often referred to as the lungs of our planet, stand as a testament to the incredible diversity and significance of our terrestrial ecosystems [...]
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