Flower Color Science

Zara Sagan

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Sinopse

Flower Color Science decodes the hidden language of blossoms, revealing how their hues function as survival tools shaped by 150 million years of evolution. Centered on the interplay between biochemistry, insect perception, and ecology, the book argues that flower colors are dynamic adaptations—not mere decoration. It unveils how pigments like anthocyanins (reds and blues) and carotenoids (yellows and oranges) act as chemical billboards, while UV patterns invisible to humans guide pollinators like bees to nectar with pinpoint accuracy. These “invisible landing strips,” detectable only by insect eyes, exemplify how flowers communicate in a visual dialect fine-tuned by coevolution.

The text uniquely bridges lab-based science and field ecology, tracing how genetic mutations in pigment pathways drive color diversity and influence pollination success. Case studies span alpine flowers using UV signals to stand out against snow and orchids mimicking female bees to seduce males. Later chapters connect these insights to urgent real-world issues, showing how pollinator decline threatens both biodiversity and food security. By explaining how to design agriculture-friendly habitats using UV-reflective plants, the book transforms abstract science into actionable conservation strategies.

Balancing spectral imaging data and evolutionary narratives, Flower Color Science reshapes our understanding of nature’s palette—proving that a flower’s beauty is inseparable from its survival strategy.

Disponível desde: 25/01/2025.

Comprimento de impressão: 59 páginas.

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