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The reasons flowers wilt could explain how plants spend (and save) their energy

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Macquarie University study shows plants reuse resources from wilting flowers to support reproduction.

Plant economics is a fascinating realm of resource management and economic strategy, says Professor Graham Pyke .

The study focused on Christmas Bells , a perennial plant species with colorful red and yellow flowers, native to eastern Australia .

Professor Pyke says plants have evolved diverse strategies for managing their flowers.

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95

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59

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semi-formal

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English

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58

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long-living

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