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Jiao Mao1,2, Shu Wang1,2, Yuanmeng Xu1,2, Mengyao Wang1,2, Yuhan Liu1,2, Jiangling Ren1,2, Sichen Liu1,2, Zhijun Qiao1,2, Xiaoning Cao1,2,*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2024.057945
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Integrated Nutrient Management in Cereal Crops)
Abstract In order to elucidate the response mechanism of yield and quality of different genotypes of foxtail millet to nitrogen application. In this study, plant physiology and metabolomics were used to study the effects of different amounts of nitrogen (0, 75, 150, 225 and 300 kg hm−2) on agronomic characters, yield and quality of Jingu 21 and Zhangza 10. The results showed that with the increase of nitrogen application, the plant height of different genotypes of foxtail millet increased gradually, and the content of stem diameter, yield, protein, fat, lysine, phenylalanine, isoleucine, arginine, aspartic, glutamic, glycine, and… More >
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Xiaobo Yu1,2,3, Jiangang An1,3, Mingrong Zhang1,3, Haiying Wu1,3, Taiwen Yong2, Wenyu Yang2,*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2024.058494
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Crop Plants: Physio-biochemical and Molecular Mechanisms)
Abstract Relay strip intercropping (RSI) increases soybean nodule number and nitrogen fixation activity at the reproductive stage more than monocropping (M), but the effect of changes in the environment, especially light, on nodules during the coexistence duration and vegetative stage, is unclear. To determine the impact of shading on nodule development at the seedling stage, nodule traits, distribution, and physiological function were compared between M and RSI in a potting experiment in a field environment. Compared with M, nodule number and weight decreased significantly (an average of 81.77% and 93.16%, respectively); thus, the exponential relationship between… More >
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Yunqi Zhang#, Ying Li#, Yashi Deng, Yilin Ou, Daocheng Ma, Dongdong Li, Weidong Xie*, Zailiu Li*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2024.058083
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To enhance the productivity of Carya illinoinensis cv. ‘Shaoxing’ and mitigate the loss of flowers and fruits, the effects of different concentrations of Piperonyl Butoxide (PBO) wettable powder (2, 5, and 10 g·L–1) and Paclobutrazol (PP333) (150, 300, and 450 mg·L–1, based on active ingredients) on 6-year-old ‘Shaoxing’ plants were investigated with water sprayed as the control. The results showed that: (1) Treatment with 10 g·L–1 PBO and 450 mg·L–1 PP333 significantly inhibited the excessive growth of ‘Shaoxing’ branches. Also, 10 g·L–1 PBO exhibited the best diameter increment effect on fruiting branches, and 150 mg·L–1 PP333 exhibited the best diameter… More >
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Ragini Singh1, Noushina Iqbal1,*, Shahid Umar1,*, Sayeed Ahmad2
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2024.057189
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Influence of Biotic and Abiotic Stresses Signals on Plants and their Performance at Different Environments)
Abstract Lignans are a prominent group of phenolic compounds ubiquitously present in the plant kingdom, playing a critical role in both plant physiology and human health. Structurally they are characterized by the dimerization of two phenylpropane units to attain diverse chemical configurations that contribute to their wide range of biological activities. In plants, lignans function primarily as defense molecules, protecting against pathogens, herbivores, and environmental stressors. These compounds also participate in plant growth regulation and lignification processes. From a nutritional and medicinal perspective, lignans are valued for their significant health benefits. They act as phytoestrogens, which… More >
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Jannatul Naim1, Sheikh Mahfuja Khatun1, Biswajit Das1, Mumtarin Haque Mim1,2, Sadia Akter1, Masudur Reza Shakil3, Habibul Bari Shozib4, Kristina Toderich5, Mohammad Anwar Hossain1,*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2024.058786
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Recent Research Trends in Genetics, Genomics, and Physiology of Crop Plants)
Abstract Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa Willd.) is regarded as a superfood due to its exceptionally high nutritional value and ability to withstand stress. Six quinoa genotypes (viz., SAU Quinoa-1, Regalona, GPBQ-1, GPBQ-2, GPBQ-3, and GPBQ-4) were characterized for morphological, yield, and nutritional quality attributes while being grown under the agro-climatic conditions of Bangladesh. The field experiment was carried out in the winter season (November 2022–March 2023) at the Agronomy Field Laboratory of the Department of Agronomy, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh, using a randomized complete block design with three replications. Data on various qualitative and quantitative traits related to growth… More >
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Yanhong Zhang, Tong Sun, Jinyan Zhu, Qiangqiang Xiong, Jinlong Hu, Haipeng Zhang, Nianbing Zhou, Hongcheng Zhang*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2024.057690
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Crop Plants: Physio-biochemical and Molecular Mechanisms)
Abstract We investigated the differences in metabolites related to rice yield under different nitrogen fertilizer levels and the regulatory roles of key metabolites in metabolic pathways, in the hope of providing data support from the metabolite level for further regulation of rice yield. This study focused on the rice variety Yangchan 15002 and used non-targeted metabolomics methods to detect the metabolic products of rice leaves under three nitrogen fertilizer levels. The yield of oryza sativa plants under high nitrogen (A3: 315 kg/ha) conditions was significantly higher than that of plants under medium (A2: 270 kg/ha) and… More >
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Chen Hao, Chunfeng Mu, Xinyan Yu, Xiaoran Chen, Mengmeng Zhu, Jianrui Wang*, Yu Liu*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2024.056114
Abstract Entoloma clypeatum, a kind of edible ectomycorrhizal fungus, can be usually symbiotic with Rosaceae fruit trees. Fruit trees have become an important part of China’s agriculture. The present work focused on exploring how E. clypeatum affected symbiotic Rosaceae plants and establishing a symbiotic culture with Malus robusta, Pyrus betulifolia and Prunus armeniaca rootstocks. The results showed that E. clypeatum and three Rosaceae plants can generate cylindrical or clavate mycorrhizae. The inoculation treatment had different degrees of positive effects on the three plants. Relative to the non-inoculated group, biomass in symbiotic plants increased (32.8%–191.1%), and photosynthesis enhanced. In the level of… More >
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Pratyush Kumar Das1, Satyabrata Nanda2,*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2024.057956
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Influence of Biotic and Abiotic Stresses Signals on Plants and their Performance at Different Environments)
Abstract Insect pests cause severe crop damage, resulting in substantial economic losses and threats to global food security. Conventional insecticides are low-cost chemical agents that kill the target insects and some non-specific beneficial organisms. Due to their toxic and non-biodegradable nature, these conventional insecticides persist in the environment, thus causing pollution and accumulating in the food chain. The development of novel insecticidal products based on double-stranded (dsRNA)-based RNA interference (RNAi) technology is a sustainable tool to effectively control insect pests. The dsRNA-based insecticides are known for their specificity, non-toxicity, and biodegradability. The current review introduces the… More >
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Mohamed M. Kamara1, Fatmah A. Safhi2, Nora M. Al Aboud3, Maha Aljabri3, Samah A. Alharbi3, Hesham S. Ghazzawy4,5, Mohammed O. Alshaharni6, Eman Fayad7, Wessam F. Felemban8,9, Diaa Abd El-Moneim10, Abdallah A. Hassanin11, Imen Ben Abdelmalek12,*, Abdelraouf M. Ali13, Elsayed Mansour14,*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2024.058628
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Integrative Approaches to Plant Stress Responses under Changing Climate Conditions)
Abstract Developing high-yield maize hybrids is critical for sustaining maize production, especially in the face of rapid climate changes and the growing global population. Exploring the genetic diversity and combining ability in parental inbreds is needed for developing such high-yielding hybrids. Consequently, this study aimed at evaluating parental genetic diversity employing simple sequence repeats (SSR) markers, estimating effects of general (GCA) and specific (SCA) combining abilities for grain yield and yield contributing characters, identifying high yielding hybrids, and evaluating the association of SCA effects and performance of hybrids with genetic distance. Half-diallel mating scheme was utilized… More >
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Xinyi Liu1,4, Muhammed Nadeem1, Yukui Rui1,2,3,4,*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2024.059281
Abstract Compared with conventional fertilizers, nano fertilizer has many advantages such as controlled release, controlled or slow release of nutrients, high efficiency of nutrition use, cheap, and little polluting of the environment. The use of fertilizers with nanotechnology is a new field in agriculture, and it is a promising and cost-effective substitute for conventional fertilizers to improve the productivity of the world’s food supply. Photosynthesis is an essential biochemical reaction on Earth. Improving photosynthesis, the basic process for light’s transformation into chemical energy is one of the most important areas of research for improving agricultural output… More >
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Abderrahim Boutasknit1,2,3,*, Wissal Benaffari2,3, Mohamed Anli2,3, Abdoussadeq Ouamnina2,3, Amine Assouguem4, Rachid Lahlali4,*, Abdelilah Meddich2,3,5
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2024.057881
Abstract Drought stress (DS) and overuse of chemical fertilizers cause considerable losses in the agro-physiological as well as biochemical performance of plants. In this context, considerable effort will be required to replace chemical fertilizers (NPK) with biostimulants as an important approach to enhance the productivity and sustainability of agriculture. Here, we evaluated the effect of separating and/or combining arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) with compost (C) in comparison to the use of NPK on the growth, physiological and biochemical of tomatoes under DS. The findings showed that DS significantly reduced the growth and physiological attributes of tomatoes.… More >
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Mallepu S Likhitha Reddy1, Biplab Mitra1, Ahmed Gaber2, Akbar Hossain3,*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2024.056789
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Integrated Nutrient Management in Cereal Crops)
Abstract The rice‒wheat farming system is considered as the greatest energy-intensive agricultural practice in South‒East Asia. In light of declining system production and profitability, burning of residues, soil erosion, depletion of renewable resources, and environmental degradation, the sustainability of the rice‒wheat cropping system is being questioned. As a result, energy and money efficient conservation agricultural methods are becoming more and more necessary to accomplish sustainable output. A field experiment was carried out in this regard to evaluate the effects of varying degrees of rice residue retention and nutrient management options on zero-tillage grown wheat growth, yield,… More >
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Yuriy E. Kolupaev1,2,*, Tetiana O. Yastreb1,*, Alexander P. Dmitriev3
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2024.057922
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Regulation of Phytohormone Biosynthesis and Signaling)
Abstract Stomatal closure, which serves to limit water loss, represents one of the most rapid and critical reactions of plants, occurring not only in response to drought but also to a range of other stressors, including salinity, extreme temperatures, heavy metals, gaseous toxicants, and pathogen infection. ABA is considered to be the main regulator of stomatal movements in plants under abiotic stress. In the last two decades, however, the list of plant hormones and other physiologically active substances that affect stomatal status has expanded considerably. It is believed that stomata are regulated by a complex multicomponent… More >
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Lili Guo1, Huiwen Yu2,3,*, Chenxi Zhang1, Mourad Kharbach4
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2024.058622
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Crop Plants: Physio-biochemical and Molecular Mechanisms)
Abstract Rice is a crucial food crop globally. Soil salt stress has adverse effects on the physiology and biochemistry of rice, leading to ionic toxicity and disrupted metabolism. Research aimed at improving salt tolerance and understanding its underlying mechanisms in rice is becoming increasingly important. Phytohormones are crucial in managing rice’s reaction to salt stress by controlling its physiological and biochemical functions. Some phytohormones can improve salt tolerance in rice by affecting gene programming, protein expression, and salt stress signaling, thereby helping rice adapt to salt-stressed environments. This review highlights recent advancements in understanding how various More >
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