maize mutant phenotypes

Torn Immature Trn*-N1597/+ heterozygous mutant plants, showing tearing along leaf blade. Blade tissue appears unhealthy and brittle as it emerges.

Torn A ragged leaf Trn1-N1597/+ heterozygous mutant plant showing the consequence of sticky emerging leaf tissue which breaks apart, resulting in serious damage to the leaf structure and its function. Blade tissue along the margins appears to be an unhealthy lighter green and fragile.