Self-Incompatibility in Plants | Gametophytic & Sporophytic SI | Dr Vijay Kamal | Importance of SI

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In today's video, we'll explore the concept of "Self-Incompatibility in Flowering Plants." Self-incompatibility is a crucial mechanism that prevents self-fertilization in many plant species, ensuring genetic diversity and healthy reproduction. Join us as we unravel the mysteries behind this intricate process, its mechanisms, and its ecological significance. Whether you're a budding botanist or just curious about the natural world, this video is sure to pique your interest. Let's dive in!

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Besides hybridization, is there any other use of S. I in plant breeding???

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Genetic diversity: Self-incompatibility promotes genetic diversity within plant populations by ensuring that pollen from a different plant is required for fertilization. This diversity can enhance the adaptability of a species to changing environmental conditions. Reduced inbreeding depression: Self-incompatibility prevents inbreeding, which can lead to the expression of harmful recessive alleles and reduced fitness in offspring. Disease resistance: By promoting outcrossing, self-incompatibility can reduce the likelihood of the spread of diseases that affect a specific genotype, as it requires the presence of a compatible mate to reproduce. Competition avoidance: Self-incompatibility can reduce competition among closely related individuals for resources, as they are less likely to successfully reproduce with each other. Evolutionary advantage: Self-incompatibility is an example of a reproductive strategy that enhances the long-term evolutionary success of a plant species by maintaining genetic diversity and adaptability. Increased seed production: In some cases, self-incompatible plants may produce more seeds when cross-pollinated with compatible partners, leading to greater reproductive success