maize mutant phenotypes

Tillered Ear of a Tlr*-N1590/+ heterozygous mutant plant with kernels removed showing irregular development of cupules. (Photo courtesy R. Bird)

Tillered Immature Tlr*-N1590/+ heterozygous mutant plant showing profuse tillering, at the expense of the main stalk which is smaller and slower than normal sibs (Photo courtesy R. Bird)

Tillered An ear from a homozygous Tlr1-1590 mutant plant showing small size, primitive structure, and irregular placement of normal appearing kernels.