In what ways are trichomes vital to the plant?
Why have them on the plant shoots as well?
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asked Mar 27 '12 at 0:51
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1$\begingroup$ This question would be better with more context. Trichome is a generic term for diverse, often microscopic, structures with a wide variety of functions. The question "but how does that work" should be addressed separately. $\endgroup$ – David LeBauer Mar 27 '12 at 2:17
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$\begingroup$ Ok let me fix it. $\endgroup$ – Gabriel Fair Mar 27 '12 at 11:35
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Plant leaf hairs, or trichomes are vital for many reasons.
Interestingly in 1975 researchers were correct when they stated:
"It can be argued that essentially the same genetic system should be required for both root hairs and trichomes." [1](Pay-wall)
For example:
