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The Comparative Anatomy of Extrafloral Nectaries in the Cactus Family (Cactaceae)
Extrafloral nectaries (EFNs) are specialized glands that unlike floral nectaries, which function primarily in pollination, are typically associated with plant defense, attracting invertebrates whose presence and activity can reduce herbivory. EFNs were first observed in cacti in 1837 and have been …