Dracaena draco functions under conditions of periodic water scarcity. The role of D. draco leaf rosettes in extracting and storing water from the atmosphere was analyzed. Based on morpho-anatomical observations and wetting angle measurements, it was determined that the rosette leaf surface is a mosaic of hydrophilic and hydrophobic properties. In turn, the epiphysis of the leaf acts as a water storage facility. Thus, during rainless periods, rosettes of leaves D. draco Have the ability to absorb water from fog deposits.
Jura-Morawiec J., Marcinkiewicz J. 2020. Wettability, water absorption and water storage in rosette leaves of the dragon tree (Dracaena draco). Planta 252: 30 DOI: 10.1007/s00425-020-03433-y (IF 3.390; MNiSW 100 pts).
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