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The power of turgor pressure in plants

Seminar

On March 7, 2024

Montage Plant Pois Chiche
Montage Plant Pois Chiche

Philippe Marmottant

In this internal seminar we will present ongoing research on two spectacular effects of turgor pressure. First, we will try to unravel the secret behind the very expressive Spathiphyllum plant, a  popular interior plant. After two weeks without watering, this plant seems to cry for help, showing leaves completely falling on the ground. This is reversible upon rewatering. Second, we will presents recent results on the strong forces generated by seeds inflating in confined spaces, using chickpeas.  

Date

On March 7, 2024
Complément date

11:00

Localisation

Complément lieu

LIPhy, salle de conférence

Submitted on March 7, 2024

Updated on August 23, 2024