Journal article
Role of insects in the pollination of Acacia nigrescens (Fabaceae)
South African Journal of Botany, Vol.73(1), pp.49-55
2007
Abstract
We examined pollination biology of Acacia nigrescens Oliver, flowering at the end of the dry season in Kruger National Park, South Africa. A. nigrescens produces small quantities of concentrated nectar, and has abundant pollen resources available to potential pollinators. We recorded large numbers of insect visitors and most fruit set on the tops of trees, beyond the reach of ungulate browsers such as giraffes (which consume a substantial proportion of A. nigrescens flowers). Wasps, flies and solitary bees were the most numerous visitors and are likely to play a significant role in pollination.
Details
- Title
- Role of insects in the pollination of Acacia nigrescens (Fabaceae)
- Authors/Creators
- P.A. Fleming (Author/Creator) - Murdoch UniversityS.D. Hofmeyr (Author/Creator) - University of PretoriaS.W. Nicolson (Author/Creator) - University of Pretoria
- Publication Details
- South African Journal of Botany, Vol.73(1), pp.49-55
- Publisher
- National Inquiry Services Centre Ltd.
- Identifiers
- 991005540349707891
- Copyright
- 2006 Elsevier B.V
- Murdoch Affiliation
- School of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Journal article
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