Journal of Plant Biology is an international journal dedicated to essential research in various fields of plant science. Recognized for detailing significant research contributions to plant science. Broad coverage, including biotechnology, biochemistry, and macromolecular structure. Focuses on cellular and developmental biology, ecology, genetics, and genomics. Also covers molecular biology, morphology, physiology, and taxonomy of plants. Celebrated its 50th year of publication in 2007.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH
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Does the journal have a website?
✓ Linked
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Is the ISSN verified?
1867-0725
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Indexed in a trusted database?
WoS, Scopus
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Peer review process documented?
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Follows ethical publishing standards (COPE)?
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APC fees clearly disclosed?
N/A
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Not on predatory/blacklists?
✓ Clean
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Long-term digital preservation?
N/A
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Plagiarism detection in place?
N/A
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Listed in DOAJ (verified OA)?
N/A
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Primary language documented?
English
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Publication & Citation Trend
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Source: OpenAlex · Note: citations accumulate over time so older years appear higher
SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Plant ScienceQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Plant Sciences
Scopus Categories
Plant Science
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Plant Molecular Biology ResearchPlant Stress Responses and TolerancePhotosynthetic Processes and MechanismsPlant tissue culture and regenerationPlant Reproductive BiologyPlant Gene Expression AnalysisPlant nutrient uptake and metabolismPlant-Microbe Interactions and ImmunityPlant and animal studiesPlant responses to water stress