Opportunities for tropical fruit crop growth regulation.
Davenport T. L.
Author Affiliation: University of Florida, Tropical Research & Education Center, Homestead, FL 33031, USA.
Proceedings of the Plant Growth Regulator Society of America. : 406-412
Abstract : A review of the adaptation of tropical fruits now grown in southern Florida, Texas and California to the mild winters experienced there. In particular, details are given of the growth of avocados, limes and mangoes and methods of controlling flower induction, fruit set and tree size.