Classification & Identification of Animals (Leaving Cert Agricultural Science): Flashcards
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Ryegrass identifying feature at leaf base
Ryegrass identifying feature at leaf base
Auricles - small claw-like structures wrapping stem
Cocksfoot grass leaf shape
Cocksfoot grass leaf shape
Folded leaves creating boat-like shape
Timothy grass stem characteristic
Timothy grass stem characteristic
Bulbous base (swollen stem)
Annual plants
Annual plants
Complete life cycle within one growing season
Biennial plants
Biennial plants
Take two years to complete life cycle
Perennial plants
Perennial plants
Live many years, regrow from established roots
Docks weed features
Docks weed features
Broad leaves and deep taproot system
Thistles features
Thistles features
Spiny leaves and purple flower heads
Plant breeding goal: yields
Plant breeding goal: yields
Higher yields to increase food production per hectare
Variety selection: environmental factor
Variety selection: environmental factor
Some varieties perform better in specific climates/soils