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What is the concept of allelopathy?
Allelopathy refers to the detrimental effect of one plant species on the germination, growth, and metabolism of another plant species due to the release of chemicals called Allelochemicals.
Who first coined the term 'Allelopathy' and what does it mean?
The term 'Allelopathy' was first coined by Hans Molisch in 1937. It was derived from the Greek word 'Allelon' or 'Allelo', which means mutual or each other, and 'Pathos' or 'Patho', which means suffering or to suffer.
What did Pliny the Elder mention in his book 'Naturalis Historica' related to allelopathy?
Pliny the Elder mentioned the stunted growth of plants grown in the vicinity of the walnut plant (Juglans regia), which was due to allelopathy.
What are the types and forms of allelopathy?
The types and forms of allelopathy include competition (indirect effect) and allelopathy (direct effect).
What are some of the topics covered in the lecture on allelopathy?
The lecture covers the concept of allelopathy, types and forms of allelopathy, effects of allelopathy in agriculture, allelochemicals and their classification, mechanism of allelochemicals, source and fate of allelochemicals, and how to use allelochemicals in agriculture.
Learn about the concept of allelopathy, types, and forms of allelopathy, effects on crops and weeds, and how it contributes to interference in the crop-weed ecosystem.
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