Some like it hot: adaptation to the urban heat island in common dandelion.
Y. Woudstra, R. Kraaiveld, A. Jorritsma, K. Vijverberg, S. Ivanovic, R. Erkens, H. Huber, B. Gravendeel, K. J. Verhoeven
This study shows urban dandelions have adapted to the urban heat island effect by growing more biomass at higher temperatures and requiring less vernalization for flowering.
bioRxiv · Jun 1, 2023Plant Biology