Hi Ecologgers, I am seeking recommendations for measuring stomatal density in leaves that have a lot of trichomes. I am measuring leaf traits in a number of tropical tree species but have had very little luck using the nail polish method on hairy leaves. The main recommendation I've gotten so far is to shave the leaves, but I'm wondering if anyone else has dealt with this problem before, and what other solutions might exist. I am also a bit constrained by not having access to much lab equipment when I am in the field. Any suggestions would be most welcome!
Thank you, Ilana -- Ilana Stein Ph.D. Candidate, Dawson Lab Department of Integrative Biology University of California - Berkeley
