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Effects of elevational gradient on stomatal morphology of Mastic tree (Pistacia lentiscus L.) in Al-Jabal Al-Akhdar region, Libya
Authors
Azeeza R Saad, Ghalia TEl Rabiai, Sabah H Lamlom
Abstract
Mastic tree (Pistacia lentiscus L.)
is an evergreen endemic species found naturally in Al-Jabal Al-Akhdar region. P.
lentiscus, is a dioecious evergreen shrub or small tree in the
Anacardiaceae family sclerophyllous and can grow up to 3-5 m tall. The purpose
of this study was to compare and analyse the effects of elevational gradients
on P. lentiscus stomata characteristics, including stomata length,
stomata width, stomata size, and stomata density. In four regions of Al-Jabal
Al-Akhdar (Karsa, Akfanta, Balagra, and Ras Al-Hilal), where they are growing
wild on three distinct terraces at varying elevations (90, 282, 623, and 684 m
above sea level, respectively). The findings showed that the stomata's length
and width decreased with elevation, hence decreasing their size. On the other
hand, as height increases, so does the stomata's density.
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How to cite this article:
Azeeza R Saad, Ghalia TEl Rabiai, Sabah H Lamlom "Effects of elevational gradient on stomatal morphology of Mastic tree (<i>Pistacia lentiscus</i> L.) in Al-Jabal Al-Akhdar region, Libya". International Journal of Advanced Scientific Research, Vol 10, Issue 1, 2025, Pages 1-4
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