Vine photosynthesis and ripening physiology

Glossary

Terms that have earned their place

Source

A vine organ that produces more usable carbon than it currently needs and can export the surplus.

Sink

A vine organ that imports carbon to grow, store reserves, or develop fruit.

Phloem

Living transport tissue that moves sugars and other compounds through the vine.

Veraison

The transition into ripening, when berries soften and red varieties begin visible colour development.

Sink strength

An organ's changing capacity and demand to attract and use imported carbon.