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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Anahita Shariat, Fatemeh Sefidkon
Summary: The successful induction of tetraploidy in Satureja khuzitanica led to an increase in morphological parameters, biomass, essential oil yield, and phenolic compounds, indicating the potential for increased secondary metabolites and drug effectiveness in the plant.
PLANT CELL TISSUE AND ORGAN CULTURE
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Tatiana E. Samatadze, Olga Yu Yurkevich, Firdaus M. Khazieva, Irina Basalaeva, Elena A. Konyaeva, Alla E. Burova, Svyatoslav A. Zoshchuk, Alexander Morozov, Alexandra Amosova, Olga Muravenko
Summary: Polemonium caeruleum is a valuable medicinal herb with high productivity and active ingredient content in tetraploid plants. The stability of chromosomes and specific characteristics of the plant are significant for raw material identification.
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Horticulture
Fazilat Fakhrzad, Abolfazl Jowkar, Akhtar Shekafandeh, Maryam Jafarkhani Kermani, Ali Moghadam
Summary: This study investigated the effects of polyploidy induction on different characteristics of wallflower. The results showed that chromosome doubled plants exhibited changes in trichome number, pollen size, stomata size, and chloroplast number in stomata guard cells. The tetraploid induced wallflowers also showed improvements in growth habit, leaf size and color, flowering period, flower longevity, and anthocyanin and total soluble solids contents. UPLC-MS analysis revealed changes in phytohormone contents in the tetraploid induced plants. These findings demonstrate that polyploidization is a promising tool for breeding and introducing new genetic resources in the floriculture industry.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Yanfen Gao, Junchao Ma, Jiaqi Chen, Qian Xu, Yanxia Jia, Hongying Chen, Weiqi Li, Liang Lin
Summary: This study successfully established a novel method for establishing homogeneous tetraploid embryogenic cell lines in Magnolia officinalis, maximizing the production of solid polyploids through regenerants of single cell origin, and confirming the stability of ploidy level through flow cytometry and chromosome counting.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Behzad Ahmadi, Hamed Ebrahimzadeh, Eissa Zarifi
Summary: This study investigated the production of auto-tetraploids in Zea mays L. inbred lines S61 and K1263/17 under various concentrations of oryzalin, trifluralin, and colchicine. The results showed different rates of tetraploids produced under different conditions, with regenerated tetraploids exhibiting lower survival rates compared to diploids and reverting back to diploid state before anthesis.
PLANT CELL TISSUE AND ORGAN CULTURE
(2021)
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Environmental Sciences
Bidhayak Chakraborty, Meghashyama Prabhakara Bhat, Dhanyakumara Shivapoojar Basavarajappa, Muthuraj Rudrappa, Sreenivasa Nayaka, Raju Suresh Kumar, Abdulrahman I. Almansour, Karthikeyan Perumal
Summary: In this research, biosynthesized silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) were synthesized from the leaf polysaccharide (PS) of Acalypha indica L. (A. indica) using an eco-friendly method. The synthesized PS-AgNPs showed significant antioxidant, antibacterial, and cytotoxic properties. These environmentally friendly PS-AgNPs have the potential to improve therapeutics and open up new possibilities for alternative treatments.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Jahidul Hassan, Ikuo Miyajima, Yukio Ozaki, Yuki Mizunoe, Kaori Sakai
Summary: This paper presents a method for isolating homogeneous triploid and tetraploid progeny from mixoploids, which is crucial for developing seedless varieties. The study finds that mixoploid female parents are the best options for developing triploid and tetraploid progeny.
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Sakineh Jokari, Akhtar Shekafandeh, Abolfazl Jowkar
Summary: In this study, tetraploids were induced in two Citrus species using colchicine, resulting in plants with superior morphological traits and enhanced physiological characteristics. These tetraploid plants have the potential to be used as rootstocks and as parents for future crossing.
PLANT CELL TISSUE AND ORGAN CULTURE
(2022)
Article
Horticulture
Wan Xu, Ming Cai, Huitang Pan, Qixiang Zhang
Summary: In this study, three L. indica cultivars with diverse flower traits were used to make crosses with L. caudata. A total of 2832 crosses were obtained, of which nearly 260 hybrid seedlings survived. The hybrids showed intermediate traits in comparison to their parents, but varied in terms of leaf and flower characteristics, including fragrance. These findings suggest that the floral fragrance of Lagerstroemia cultivars can be optimized through the use of L. caudata and the hybrids obtained in this study, providing a basis for the development of superior plants with unique ornamental traits.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Juneyd Alavi, Asad Maroufi, Ghader Mirzaghaderi
Summary: The study demonstrates that induction of tetraploid plants in fenugreek through embryo culture treated with trifluralin is a more efficient method compared with colchicine, as trifluralin treatment results in higher survival rates of embryos and potentially increases secondary metabolite content. The elevated transcript expression of key genes involved in diosgenin biosynthesis in tetraploid plants suggests that trifluralin-induced tetraploidization may be beneficial for improving yield and quality of secondary metabolites in fenugreek.
ACTA PHYSIOLOGIAE PLANTARUM
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Ruiquan Dong, Yi Pei, Lingyan Hong, Jiangli Nie, Yuhang Chen, Huili Yan, Yanjun Liu
Summary: By using artificial polyploid induction, new varieties of horticultural crops with better quality can be generated. In this study, mixed culture was used to induce polyploidy of black currant. The best condition for polyploid induction of black currant was found, and the ploidy of seedlings was verified. Additionally, the morphological differences and stomatal characteristics of tetraploid plants and diploid plants were compared, and differentially expressed genes were identified through transcriptome sequencing analysis. This study enriched the germplasm resources of black currant and provided a new way for black currant breeding.
PLANT CELL TISSUE AND ORGAN CULTURE
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Chang Guo, Kangjia Liu, Enze Li, Yifeng Chen, Jiayao He, Wenying Li, Wenpan Dong, Zhili Suo
Summary: This study analyzed 20 common Lagerstroemia indica cultivars and discovered their maternal donor to be Lagerstroemia indica. The study also identified genetic variation and relationships among the cultivars. Phylogenetic analysis based on plastome sequences showed that all cultivars formed a clade with L. indica, while nrDNA analysis divided the cultivars into three clades with multiple genetic backgrounds and higher gene flow.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Csaba Lantos, Mihaly Jancso, Arpad Szekely, Timea Szaloki, Shoba Venkatanagappa, Janos Pauk
Summary: An efficient protocol for in vitro anther culture in rice breeding, especially for indica genotypes, was evaluated. Three different induction media (N6NDK, N(6)NDZ, Ali-1) and four plant regeneration media (mMSNBK1, MSNBK3, MSNBKZ1, MSNBKZ2) were tested to increase the efficiency of in vitro androgenesis. The production of calli and green plantlets varied among different genotypes and media combinations. Flow cytometric analyses showed that 51.89% of the acclimatized indica rice plantlets had undergone spontaneous chromosome doubling. The utilization of DH plants has been integrated into the Hungarian rice breeding program, and tetraploid lines offer potential for future research and breeding directions.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
H. Razmi, R. Amiri Fahliani, B. Kavoosi, A. Masoumiasl
Summary: This study induced polyploidy in strawberries using colchicine and found that a concentration of 0.7% was the most effective. The tetraploid plants showed larger fruit size and lower stomata number compared to the diploid plants.
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Qiang Wei, Rui-jie Liu
Summary: The compositions of volatile oil from Lagerstroemia indica L. were analyzed for the first time. The oils obtained from different colored flowers exhibited different chemical compositions and showed antimicrobial activity.
NATURAL PRODUCT RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Horticulture
Peng Jia, Rui Yan, Yuan Wang, Feng-huan Gao, Yang Liu, Qing-long Dong, Hao-an Luan, Xue-mei Zhang, Han Li, Su-ping Guo, Guo-hui Qi
Summary: The KNOX gene plays crucial roles in plant development, and this study identified 19 KNOX gene members in kiwifruit. One of the genes, AcKNOX11, is selectively expressed in flower buds and shoots, and its expression can be induced by ABA and melatonin. Functional analysis revealed that AcKNOX11 delays flowering, reduces plant height, alters leaf shape, and inhibits seed germination through ABA-melatonin interaction.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Dan Hua, Wen-Shu Chen, Rong-Yu Rao, Xu-Feng Chen, Huan-Huan Chen, Ning-Wei Lai, Lin-Tong Yang, Xin Ye, Li -Song Chen
Summary: This study revealed that nitrogen deficiency can lead to increased production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and methylglyoxal (MG), but also enhances the ability of leaves and roots to detoxify these molecules. The effects of nitrogen deficiency on ROS and MG generation and their detoxification systems were found to be different in leaves and roots, with roots being more affected.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Shenghan Yang, Chonlong Chio, Wensheng Qin, Yanxi Pei, Guangpeng Pei, Yuen Zhu, Hua Li
Summary: This study evaluates the immobilization and deactivation of pathogen-produced enzymes and toxic metabolites by biochar in tomato Fusarium wilt and finds that biochar can effectively prevent disease occurrence.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Deborah Pagliaccia, Michelle Ortiz, Michael Rodriguez, Sophia Abbott, Agustina De Francesco, Madison Amador, Valeria Lavagi, Benjamin Maki, Francesca Hopkins, Jonathan Kaplan, Samantha Ying, Georgios Vidalakis
Summary: This study investigates the effectiveness of organic soil amendments (bokashi, biochar, and their combination) in promoting soil health, nutrient availability, and plant growth. The results show that these amendments can significantly alter soil parameters and have positive effects on soil and plant health.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Yu-Jeong Kwon, Min Jeong Hong, Minkyu Park, Dawon Jeon, Gah-Hyun Lim, Sungyul Chang, Dong-Hwan Kim, Jin-Baek Kim, Jundae Lee, Yeong Deuk Jo
Summary: Flowing LOCUS T (FT)-like genes play crucial roles in flowering induction in plants. Pepper FT-like genes are mostly expressed in leaves and interact with FLOWERING LOCUS D, promoting or delaying flowering. The unique evolutionary process of pepper FT-like genes provides insights for improving productivity.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Ziwen Su, Juan Yan, Binbin Zhang, Meng Sun, Zhixiang Cai, Zhijun Shen, Ruijuan Ma, Mingliang Yu
Summary: Bagging is a crucial cultivation measure that affects the quality of peach fruit by regulating exposure to light. This study investigated the effects of bagging on the content of phenolic compounds in peach fruit and identified the most sensitive compounds to bagging treatment. The study also explored the regulatory role of bagging on phenolic synthetic-related genes. The results showed that bagging affected the accumulation of different phenolics in different peach cultivars and light intensity played a significant role in the accumulation of anthocyanins and other phenolic substances in peach fruit. Additionally, the expression of structural genes and transcription factors related to phenolic synthesis was regulated by bagging and light conditions. These findings provide a foundation for understanding the regulation mechanism of light on the synthesis of phenolic compounds in peach fruit.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Yanfang Zhang, Xinzhi Cui, Zhilei Du, Xiulian Li, Bangdi Liu, Meng Liu, Xiangquan Zeng, Fengjun Guo, Xinguang Fan, Shuyang Sun
Summary: In this study, melatonin treatment effectively improved the aroma quality of apricots during low temperature storage by maintaining firmness and soluble solids content, inhibiting ethylene production, and regulating enzyme activities related to aroma synthesis.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Sang-Mo Kang, Shifa Shaffique, Md. Injamum-Ul-Hoque, Sarah Owdah Alomrani, Yong-Sung Park, In-Jung Lee
Summary: Salinity is a global environmental problem that affects the physiology and morphology of plants. Melatonin has been found to improve photosynthesis, antioxidant activities, and seedling characteristics in milk thistle plants exposed to salinity stress, thereby enhancing their salt tolerance.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Nadia Borgini, Haifa Benmoussa, Mohamed Ghrab, Mehdi Ben Mimoun
Summary: This study investigates the agroclimatic requirements of Prunus species cultivars growing in warm areas using Partial Least Squares regression. The findings reveal that the chilling and heat requirements of the cultivars appear discontinuous, with overlaps or transition periods between the two phases. The warm mean temperatures occurring during the chilling period are the main determinant of the flowering of the studied cultivars.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Review
Horticulture
Kayise Hypercia Maseko, Thierry Regnier, Belinda Meiring, Obiro Cuthbert Wokadala, Tonna Ashim Anyasi
Summary: Bananas are a significant tropical fruit with diverse cultivars, providing essential minerals, vitamins, and phytochemicals. The Cavendish group is preferred, but identifying suitable cultivars and maturity stages is crucial for various applications.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Godfrey Ouma, Joshua Wanyama, Isa Kabenge, Joseph Jjagwe, Mukulu Diana, John Muyonga
Summary: Irrigation plays a crucial role in increasing eggplant yields amidst climate change, but the deficit irrigation level for optimal growth remains uncertain. This study examined the effect of deficit drip irrigation on eggplant performance and found that irrigating at 75% field capacity maximizes yield and water saving in sandy clay loam soil.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Andrea Marcone, Giorgio Impollonia, Michele Croci, Henri Blandinieres, Stefano Amaducci
Summary: This study used Sentinel-2 satellite images to estimate biophysical and biochemical parameters of spinach crops and found that canopy-level parameters were estimated more accurately. The estimation of the canopy-scale parameter AGB using MCARI showed the highest accuracy, while the estimation of the leaf-scale parameter LCC using NDWI showed the lowest accuracy. At the field scale, the validation results for AGB estimation using SR were the best.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Chengsheng Gong, Guangjun Guo, Baogui Pan, Changzhou Gao, Xianwei Zhu, Shubin Wang, Jinbing Liu, Weiping Diao
Summary: This study investigated the role of key cytokines and metabolic factors in the formation of plant-type traits in pepper. Through integrated analysis of RNA-seq and metabolite determination, the study identified the low content of gibberellin and high content of auxin as important factors causing plant dwarfing, and jasmonic acid as a metabolic factor affecting branch traits. A total of 131 candidate genes involved in metabolite synthesis and the formation of plant-type traits were identified.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Yue Ma, Jia-Chen Hu, Yang Yu, Xin Cheng, Yan-Li Du, Qiang Zhao, Ji-Dao Du
Summary: Cadmium and drought stress significantly inhibited the growth of adzuki bean seedling plants, with the combined stress showing the highest degree of inhibition. Cd+D treatment reduced Cd accumulation in adzuki bean seedling roots. The treatment altered antioxidant enzyme activities and cell cycle phases in the roots, leading to changes in reactive oxygen species content.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Lucette Adet, Danae M. A. Rozendaal, Arthur Tapi, Pieter A. Zuidema, Philippe Vaast, Niels P. R. Anten
Summary: This study investigated the effects of water stress on cocoa trees and found that they are highly sensitive to water stress, with different genotypes exhibiting varied responses. Potassium application did not mitigate the negative effects of water stress. There was significant variation among genotypes in terms of leaf and crown traits, and positive interactions between genotype and irrigation were observed. These findings provide insights into the acclimation strategies of cocoa trees and can be useful for selecting drought-tolerant genotypes.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)