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Leaf form and stomatal characteristics play an important part in the strategy of tall fescue (Festuca arundinacea Schreb) to limit water losses. Transpiration rates of artificially rolled leaves measured by potometer at varying wind velocities support this assertion.
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Renard, C., Demessemacker, W. Effects of wind velocity on stomatal conductance and consequences of leaf rolling on water uptake in tall fescue. Biol Plant 25, 408–411 (1983). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02903136
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