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The rate of uptake of 14CO2 by oil palm seedlings in relation to light intensity was studied in a complete diallel cross. Analysis showed heritable differences in both light saturated and light limited photosynthesis, and in leaf chlorophyll content. The potential importance of this in a breeding programme is discussed.
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Corley, R.H.V., Hardon, J.J. & Ooi, S.C. Some evidence for genetically controlled variation in photosynthetic rate of oil palm seedlings. Euphytica 22, 48–55 (1973). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00021555
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