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Extrafloral Nectaries in Brassica juncea by Vartika Mathur is a document available to read on EtoBox.

This study reports the discovery of extrafloral nectaries (EFN) in Brassica juncea, marking the first such finding in the Brassicaceae family. The research details the structure, composition, and ecological function of these nectaries, highlighting their role in providing an indirect defense against herbivores by attracting natural enemies like parasitoids. The findings suggest that EFN production is influenced by herbivore damage, potentially enhancing the plant

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Vartika Mathur

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