From Wildflowers to Crops: An Exploration of Plant Adaptations to Human Influence
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Published in Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025) of MEDALION Journal: Medical Research, Nursing, Health and Midwife Participation.
MEDALION Journal: Medical Research, Nursing, Health and Midwife Participation
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dr. Harianto Ludirdja, DIPL.CIB, MSc, Sp.Ok, FIHFAA
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This research explores the transformation of wild plant species into domesticated crops through evolutionary adaptations influenced by human intervention. By examining the processes of artificial selection, genetic modification, and environmental changes driven by agriculture, the paper uncovers how plant traits such as seed dispersal, resistance to pests, and growth patterns have been shaped. The study integrates insights from evolutionary biology, agricultural science, and ecology to highlight the complex interaction between natural systems and anthropogenic pressures, shedding light on the future of sustainable crop development and biodiversity conservation.
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