Adaptive plasticity – its definition, measurement, and importance
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Plasticity is a widely used concept in plant sciences, but there is inconsistency over its interpretation and measurement. One aspect of plasticity – adaptive plasticity – may be particularly important in shaping plant fitness and reproductive success and represents the first line of a plants defence to environmental change. Here, we define adaptive plasticity, highlight its importance to plant growth and survival, and suggest appropriate approaches for its measurement. We argue that a focus on adaptive plasticity could help address some fundamental challenges in plant ecology and evolutionary biology, including developing insight into climate-change resilience of natural populations and crops.
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