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Scott A M McAdam1, Matías Manzi2, John J Ross1

  • 1a School of Biological Sciences, University of Tasmania , Hobart , Australia.

Plant Signaling & Behavior
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PubMed
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This study challenges the traditional view of abscisic acid (ABA) transport. Evidence shows foliage-derived ABA influences root development, with leaves being the primary site of ABA synthesis during drought.

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