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Systematics and evolution within theCompositae, seen with the eyes of a chemist

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The broad knowledge of the chemistry of theCompositae allows the discussion of its relevance for the systematics and evolution within the family. Furthermore a separation into subfamilies can be supported by the observed differences in the distribution of the main constituents in the tribes.

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Zdero, C., Bohlmann, F. Systematics and evolution within theCompositae, seen with the eyes of a chemist. Pl Syst Evol 171, 1–14 (1990). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00940593

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