Net photosynthesis rate and chlorophyll content of Caucasian and white clover leaves under different temperature regimes

Black, Alistair D.; Lucas, Richard J.; Moot, Derrick J.

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Net photosynthesis rate and chlorophyll content of Caucasian and white clover leaves under different temperature regimes

Black, Alistair D. ; Lucas, Richard J. ; Moot, Derrick J.

Type: Conference Contribution - Unpublished (Conference Poster)

Permalink: https://hdl.handle.net/10182/5720

Originally published: 2005 by Lincoln University. Faculty of Agriculture and Life Sciences.

Keywords: Caucasian clover; white clover; photosynthesis rate; chlorophyll content

Fields of Research: 0703 Crop and Pasture Production

Abstract:

Caucasian or kura clover (Trifolium ambiguum) was more productive than white clover (Trifolium repens)in New Zealand pastures. Examining the physiological basis for this difference can provide greater insight into the suitability of Cc for inclusion in temperate pastures.