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Here’s how insects coax plants into making galls – EurekAlert
Scientists have identified proteins in aphid saliva that can alter plant development. These proteins drive abnormal growths called galls, which give insects a protected…
IMAGE: Hormaphis cornu aphids feed on witch hazel leaves and coax the plants into making galls.
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Credit: David Stern
Insects can reprogram plant growth, transforming ordinary plant parts into intricately patterned shelters that are safe havens for feeding and reproduction.
These structures, called galls, have fascinated biologists for centuries. They’re crafted by a variety of insects, including some species of aphids, mites, and wasps. And they take on innumerable forms, each specific…
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