Aerial root formation in Oaxacan maize (Zea mays) landraces persists into the adult phase and is minimally affected by soil nitrogen and ambient humidity.
Jennifer Wilker, Valentina Infante, Caitlin McLimans, Fletcher Robbins, Courtney Phillips, Claudia Irene Calderón, Jason G. Wallace, Jean‐Michel Ané
This study shows Oaxacan maize landraces develop aerial roots in both juvenile and adult phases, with minimal impact from soil nitrogen and humidity.
Frontiers in Plant Science · Jul 11, 2025Peer-reviewedPlant Biology