Front Plant Sci June 2021 PMID 34220883

Seed Shattering: A Trait of Evolutionary Importance in Plants.

Aniruddha Maity, Amrit Lamichaney, Dinesh Chandra Joshi, Ali Bajwa, Nithya Subramanian, Michael Walsh, Muthukumar Bagavathiannan

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Peak: 3 in Jun 2021
across 3 sources since May 2021

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What people are saying

Overall, discussions convey a balanced recognition of seed shattering's role in plant biology and its practical implications, with mentions of research articles, strategies like weed seed control, and references to the importance of this trait in crop improvement, reflecting thoughtful engagement and moderate enthusiasm.

AgreementModerate agreement

The discussions generally acknowledge the importance of seed shattering in plant evolution and its role in weeds, with some highlighting research efforts and practical implications.

InterestModerate interest

The posts show moderate curiosity by referencing the research and its relevance to agriculture and weed management, though mostly expectant or neutral in tone.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments include quoting the paper's focus, discussing strategies like harvesting control, and mentioning the researchers involved, indicating a willingness to understand the topic more deeply.

ImpactModerate impact

The emphasis on managing seed shattering in crops and weeds suggests awareness of its significance for agricultural practices, implying some potential influence on future research and crop breeding.

Abstract in brief

  • Seed shattering is the natural process where plants shed seeds when they ripen, commonly seen in wild plants, and is influenced by genetics and environmental factors.
  • While it's a desirable trait for weeds for survival and dispersal, it's often unwanted in domesticated crops, leading to breeding efforts aimed at reducing it.
  • Innovations in weed management, such as harvest weed seed control, and advances in genetics may help manage seed shattering, highlighting the need for future research on its mechanisms in various plants.

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Aniruddha Maity
@Maity_Weed · X

A just-accepted review paper on seed shattering. @MBagavathiannan, @a1bajwa https://t.co/SyqqXRKHvh

May 21, 2021 · 16 likes · 1 share · 871 followers View post →
Ali Bajwa
@a1bajwa · X

'Keep them or shed them'-#seed_shattering is a crucial #trait for plants, especially #weeds. The retainers pay the price to #HWSC while others roam free by #shedding early. Read our latest paper in @FrontPlantSci led by @Its_Maity. @MBagavathiannan https://t.co/UdE74x77pD

Jun 17, 2021 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 1,083 followers View post →
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@Xirong7 · X

@ElonBachman https://t.co/V51mQC4Wnb

Feb 7, 2023 · 1 like · 3,470 followers View post →
Dalia K. M. Khojely
@DaliaACA · X

Seed Shattering: A Trait of Evolutionary Importance in Plants https://t.co/LAt9aewWXq

Jul 6, 2022 · 1 like · 1 share · 2,097 followers View post →
Frontiers in Agronomy
@FrontAgro · X

RT @a1bajwa: 'Keep them or shed them'-#seed_shattering is a crucial #trait for plants, especially #weeds. The retainers pay the price to #H…

Jun 17, 2021 · 2 shares · 1,484 followers View post →
Ali Bajwa
@a1bajwa · X

RT @Its_Maity: A just-accepted review paper on seed shattering. @MBagavathiannan, @a1bajwa https://t.co/SyqqXRKHvh

May 21, 2021 · 1 share · 1,083 followers View post →

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@Xirong7 · X

@ElonBachman https://t.co/V51mQC4Wnb

Feb 7, 2023 · 1 like · 3,470 followers View post →
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@EsamMoh75946221 · X

RT @Daliakhojely: Seed Shattering: A Trait of Evolutionary Importance in Plants https://t.co/LAt9aewWXq

Jul 6, 2022 · 1 share · 296 followers View post →
Dalia K. M. Khojely
@DaliaACA · X

Seed Shattering: A Trait of Evolutionary Importance in Plants https://t.co/LAt9aewWXq

Jul 6, 2022 · 1 like · 1 share · 2,097 followers View post →
Simerjeet Kaur
@GhumanSimerjeet · X

RT @a1bajwa: 'Keep them or shed them'-#seed_shattering is a crucial #trait for plants, especially #weeds. The retainers pay the price to #H…

Jun 19, 2021 · 2 shares · 410 followers View post →
Frontiers in Agronomy
@FrontAgro · X

RT @a1bajwa: 'Keep them or shed them'-#seed_shattering is a crucial #trait for plants, especially #weeds. The retainers pay the price to #H…

Jun 17, 2021 · 2 shares · 1,484 followers View post →
Ali Bajwa
@a1bajwa · X

'Keep them or shed them'-#seed_shattering is a crucial #trait for plants, especially #weeds. The retainers pay the price to #HWSC while others roam free by #shedding early. Read our latest paper in @FrontPlantSci led by @Its_Maity. @MBagavathiannan https://t.co/UdE74x77pD

Jun 17, 2021 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 1,083 followers View post →
Ali Bajwa
@a1bajwa · X

RT @Its_Maity: A just-accepted review paper on seed shattering. @MBagavathiannan, @a1bajwa https://t.co/SyqqXRKHvh

May 21, 2021 · 1 share · 1,083 followers View post →
Aniruddha Maity
@Maity_Weed · X

A just-accepted review paper on seed shattering. @MBagavathiannan, @a1bajwa https://t.co/SyqqXRKHvh

May 21, 2021 · 16 likes · 1 share · 871 followers View post →
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