Melisopalynological potential of chestnut (Castanea sativa Mill.) in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Journal: Annals of Institute of Biology University of Sarajevo
Year: 2022

Tame chestnut (Castanea sativa Mill.) is a woody plant species from the family Fagaceae. Chestnut belongs to the group of honey-bearing plants with a high production of pollen and nectar, and honey is characterized by specific chemical and organoleptic properties and a high content of minerals. Its biogeographical distribution is limited to only three areas on the territory of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The aim of the work is to determine the distribution and representation of the pollen of this ho