Effects of freeze and cold stress on certain physiological and biochemical traits in sensitive and tolerant barley (Hordeum vulgare) genotypes

An experiment was performed as a split-plot design based on a randomized complete block (RCB) with three replicates. The aim was to explore physiological traits, catalase (CAT) and peroxidase (POD) activity associated with cold and freeze stress in four barley genotypes (two stress-tolerant genotypes and two sensitive genotypes). The genotypes were regarded as sub-plots and five temperature levels (namely 20, 4, 0, ?4, ?8°C) as main plots. The results revealed that the hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂) and malondialdehyde (MDA) content increased through freeze and cold stress from 20 to 4°C. This increase was more in the sensitive genotypes than in the tolerant ones. Subsequent to the increase in lipid peroxidation, the membrane stability index (MSI) decreased, thereby increasing the electrolyte leakage. The sensitive genotypes demonstrated greater reduction in the studied parameters. Upon the increase in the H₂O₂ content, the antioxidant enzymes CAT and POD also increased in order to collect and prevent H₂O₂ from damaging the cell and the plant. Compared with the sensitive ones, the tolerant genotypes indicated more increase in the enzymes. The H₂O₂ and MDA content decreased from ?4 to ?8°C, which could be due to intracellular freezing in the sensitive genotypes, but due to the detoxifying of the antioxidant enzymes in the tolerant genotypes. Compared with the POD content, the increase in the CAT content through cold stress was more, which could mean that it was possibly CAT which acted as the main inhibitor of H₂O₂ in cold stress in the barley plant.     

Grain filling pattern of Hordeum vulgare as affected by salicylic acid and salt stress

Although application of salicylic acid (SA) to various plants grown on saline soils has been examined adequately, the effect of SA on changes during grain filling period has not been studied in details. In this 2-year field study, the grain-filling pattern of barley has been monitored as affected by different SA concentrations (0, 0.5, 1.0, 1.5, and 2.0?mM) under varied irrigation salinity levels (2 and 12?dSm^?1) during 2012–2013 and 2013–2014 growing seasons. In both years, total soluble carbohydrates (TSC) increased up to 15?days after anthesis (DAA) and then decreased until the end of the grain-filling period. However, starch content (SC) and the mean grain weight (MGW) increased form the first sampling, and such increase was substantial between 15 and 25 DAA. The grain growth rate (GGR) and the absolute grain growth rate (AGGR) were enhanced up to 20 DAA and then were reduced until 30 DAA. The grain-filling pattern changed by salt stress, so that TSC was greater for the salt stressed plants from 15 or 10 DAA in the first and the second years, respectively. Throughout the grain-filling period, SC, MGW, and AGGR were lower under saline conditions in both years. Application of SA increased TSC, SC, MGW, GGR, and AGGR from 15 to 20 DAA, however, the effect of SA was obvious earlier under saline than the non-saline conditions. Generally, it can be concluded that SA foliar application might increase grain weight through modulating the negative impact of salt stress on carbohydrate and starch contents. It also appeared that the effect of SA was obvious earlier under salt stress conditions.     

Effect of salicylic acid and salt on wheat seed germination

Abstract

The effects of pretreatment with salicylic acid on wheat seed germination (Triticum aestivum L. cv. Roshan), lipid peroxidation, and superoxide dismutase, catalase, polyphenol oxidase, and peroxidase activity were studied under conditions of salt stress. Seeds treated with different concentrations of salicylic acid were used for measuring germination traits. Salt stress was induced by sodium chloride solution. Seeds were soaked in salicylic acid solution for 24 h, dried with sterile paper, transferred to sterile Petri dishes, and treated with 10 ml NaCl solution at different concentrations. After 1 week, the number of germinated seeds, root length, seedling length, and dry weight were recorded. Antioxidant enzyme activity and lipid peroxidation were also assayed. Salinity decreased seed germination. Thus, a high concentration of NaCl (200 mM) decreased germination by 17.6% compared with control treatment. Salicylic acid significantly increased germination in stressed and control seeds. Salicylic acid increased the level of cell division of seedlings and roots, which increased plant growth. Salt stress significantly increased the activity of the antioxidative enzymes catalase, superoxide dismutase, peroxidase, and polyphenol oxidase in wheat seedlings, and salicylic acid reduced the activity of antioxidant enzymes as stress signal molecules. Our results indicated that scavenging of reactive oxygen species was effective, especially by salicylic acid, and that membrane damage was limited. The aim of the present work was to study the character of changes in enzymatic systems induced by NaCl and salicylic acid in wheat seedlings under conditions of salt stress. In brief, salicylic acid treatment reduced the damaging action of salinity on embryo growth and accelerated a restoration of growth processes; thereupon it may be effective for the improvement of seed germination in arid and semi-arid regions.     

Changes in photosynthesis and antioxidant metabolism of cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.) plants in response to manganese stress

ABSTRACT

This study aimed to assess the physiological and biochemical responses of cotton plants to manganese (Mn²⁺) nutrition. Four cotton genotypes (G1 – TMG 47; G2 – FM 975 WS; G3 – TMG 11 WS and G4 – IMA 8405 GLT) were grown in nutrient solution under two Mn²⁺ concentrations (2 and 200 µmol L^?1) for 10 days. No visible symptoms of Mn²⁺ toxicity were observed in the genotypes tested. All genotypes showed a marked increase in leaf chlorophylls, pheophytins, carotenoids, sucrose and total sugars concentration in response to high Mn²⁺ in a nutrient solution. However, the net photosynthetic rate, stomatal conductance, internal carbon dioxide concentration and transpiration decreased in genotypes G1 and G2 growing under 200 µmol L^?1. Antioxidant enzymes such as superoxide dismutase (SOD), ascorbate peroxidase (APX) and glutathione reductase (GR) activities increased in genotypes G1, G3 and G4. Cotton genotypes showed an increased leaf antioxidant and sugar metabolism as a possible strategy to mitigate oxidative stress. The decrease in the net photosynthetic rate and stomatal conductance; the increased antioxidant enzymes activities (SOD, APX and GR); and the increase in leaf sucrose and total sugar concentration were the main physiological and biochemical responses in cotton plants to Mn²⁺ stress.     

Salicylic acid or thiamin increases tolerance to boron toxicity stress in wheat

Boron (B) toxicity is an important environmental constraint that limits crop productivity. Salicylic acid (SA) and thiamin participate in the processes underlying plant adaptations to certain types of abiotic and biotic stress. This study aimed to investigate the individual and combined effects of SA or thiamin and B on physiological attributes of wheat under normal and B-toxicity conditions. Seeds were soaked in SA or thiamin and excess B was applied for 10-day after planting the seedlings. Growth parameters, photosynthetic pigments, B and some elements concentrations, hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂), proline, other free amino acids, soluble proteins and carbohydrates were measured. Application of SA or thiamin showed an increase in tolerance towards high B as indicated by H₂O₂, amino acids, soluble proteins and carbohydrates contents. The results support the conclusion that SA and thiamin alleviate B toxicity not at the level of B content but by affecting other elements and osmo-protective metabolite.     

Differences in antioxidant enzyme activities and oxidative markers in ten wheat (Triticum durum Desf.) genotypes in response to drought,heat and paraquat stress

Changes in enzymatic antioxidants and oxidative injury were evaluated in leaves of 10 wheat genotypes under drought, heat and paraquat (PQ) stress. The seedlings of wheat were germinated in plastic pots and grown in a greenhouse under semi-controlled conditions. Each treatment was performed at the 4th–5th leaf stage. Antioxidant enzyme activities catalase (CAT), guaiacol peroxidase (GPOX), lipid peroxidation (LPO), hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂) production, chlorophyll content and cell membrane leakage were determined. Results indicated that the three treatments decreased membrane stability, chlorophyll content and increased the LPO, H₂O₂ content and activities of CAT and GPOX. The ANOVA analysis revealed significant differences between genotypes in response to the various treatments imposed. Wheat genotypes Bidi 17, Beliouni and Djennah khetifa showed the lowest LPO and H₂O₂ content and the highest total chlorophyll content, relative electrolyte leakage (REL), CAT and GPOX activities, while Colosseo, Waha, Vitron and Benisuif showed the lowest antioxidant defends, lowest REL and the highest H₂O₂ and MDA contents. Oued zenati, Beltagy and Bousselam showed intermediate response in terms of oxidative stress and antioxidant activity.     

Boron stress,oxidative damage and antioxidant protection in potato cultivars (Solanum tuberosum L.)

Six potato cultivars grown in Turkey in boron-prone areas and differing in their tolerance towards high boron were studied to reveal whether boron causes oxidative stress. To assess stress level, chlorophyll fluorescence and growth parameters were measured. Oxidative damage was assessed as malondialdehyde level, and antioxidant protection was evaluated as ascorbate (AA), dehydroascorbate, reduced glutathione (GSH) and oxidized glutathione amounts and superoxide dismutase, catalase, ascorbate peroxidase (APX) and glutathione reductase (GR) activities. High boron stress affected photosynthesis negatively in a threshold-dependent manner and inhibited growth. No pronounced changes in oxidation of lipids occurred in any cultivar. Activation of APX suggested the involvement of an ascorbic acid–reduced glutathione cycle in the protection against oxidative stress caused by high boron. Efficient work of this antioxidant system was probably hindered by boron complexation with NAD(P)⁺/NAD(P)H and resulted in the inhibition of GR and a decrease in AA and GSH. Hence, oxidative stress associated with high boron is a secondary component of boron toxicity which arises from metabolic changes caused by boron interference with major metabolites. Potato cultivars tolerate excess boron stress well and show damage only in very high boron concentrations. The potato cvs best suited for high boron soils/breeding purposes are cvs Van Gogh and Agria.

Abbreviations: AA: ascorbic acid; APX: ascorbate peroxidase; CAT: catalase; DHA: dehydroascorbic acid; DHAR: dehydroascorbate reductase; DTNB: 5; 5′-dithiobis-2-nitrobenzoic acid; DTT: dithiotreitol; F_v/F_m: photosynthetic efficiency at the dark-adapted state; GR: glutathione reductase; GSH: reduced glutathione; GSSG: oxidized glutathione; MDA: malondialdehyde; ROS: reactive oxygen species; SOD: superoxide dismutase; TCA: trichloroacetic acid     

Grain filling and yield of mung bean affected by salicylic acid and silicon under salt stress

Two experiments were carried out in 2013 and 2014, to investigate changes in grain filling rate (GFR), grain filling duration (GFD) and yield of mung bean in response to salicylic acid (SA) and silicon (Si) under salt stress (0, 3, 6 and 9 dS m^?1). In experiment 1, four levels of SA (0, 0.5, 1 and 1.5 mM), but in experiment 2, two levels of SA (0 and 1 mM) and Si (0 and 2 mM) were applied. In experiment 1, GFR, GFD, yield components, biological and grain yields and harvest index were decreased with increasing salt stress. Application of different levels of SA, especially 1 mM, increased GFR, but decreased GFD. In experiment 2, GFD under salinity was shorter than that under non-saline condition, resulting in comparatively smaller grains. Application of Si and particularly SA accelerated grain development under all salinity treatments. The superiority of SA treated plants in GFR, grain weight and grains per plant resulted in greater grain yield per plant under saline and non-saline conditions.     

镉长期暴露对中华稻蝗抗氧化机制的影响

采用生长于Cd2＋污染条件下的小麦苗喂养中华稻蝗的慢性染毒方法,研究了Cd2＋胁迫对中华稻蝗SOD、CAT、GPx活性和H2O2浓度的影响。结果表明,在Cd2＋的作用下,中华稻蝗体内SOD、CAT、GPx活性和H2O2浓度均发生变化,表明Cd2＋可导致中华稻蝗体内产生ROS。SOD、CAT、GPx3种酶对Cd2＋有一定的耐受性：当Cd2＋浓度在这3种酶的耐受范围内,酶活性提高,反之酶活性降低。Cd2＋与抗氧化系统间的关系复杂,SOD、CAT、GPx共同承担清除ROS、保护中华稻蝗的重要作用。     

Differential response of rice seedlings to salt stress in relation to antioxidant enzyme activity and membrane stability index

Three rice genotypes, IR 74802, IR 73104 and IR 72593, along with FL 478 and IR 29 as resistant and susceptible controls, respectively, were subjected to 21 days' salinity stress at the seedling stage in modified yoshida solution with two salt levels (60 and 120 mM NaCl). The results indicated that there was a profound increase in proline and ascorbic acid levels, and in the activity of nitrate reductase and antioxidant enzymes, i.e. catalase, peroxidase and ascorbate peroxidase, as well as malondialdhyde and membrane stability index, which were associated with salt tolerance. Salt stress had a significant and drastic effect on all parameters when the salinity level increased to 120 mM NaCl. The increased enzyme activity was directly related to an increased membrane stability index, as in IR 72593, which is identified as the most tolerant among the genotypes tested. It is clearly confirmed that predicting tolerance at the early seedling stage is the best way to assess the salinity tolerance level by utilizing physiological parameters, especially antioxidant enzyme activities which are found to be closely associated with salinity tolerance. Physiological adaptation of the plant to NaCl salt stress resulted in enhanced activity of stress-related enzymes and low sodium uptake in tolerant genotypes.     

Digestion of plants and organic soils using nitric acid,hydrogen peroxide and UV irradiation

Abstract

A two‐step digestion procedure using HNO₃ and H₂O₂/UV irradiation is described. The samples are predigested with HNO₃, succeeded by digestion in H₂O₂ under UV irradiation. The maximum temperature is 150°C. The digestion is performed without sample transfer during oxidation. The analytical data obtained by the new digestion method do not deviate from those obtained by HClO₄ digestion. The macronutrient elements including P were measured.     

大麦白粉病抗性的遗传分析与QTL定位

为探究大麦白粉病抗性遗传,定位其抗性QTL,本研究以抗病品种Gairdner和感病品种扬饲麦1号杂交F₁花药培养构建的DH群体及亲本为材料,对大麦白粉病抗性进行鉴定与遗传分析,并利用91对在亲本间多态性好的SSR标记构建了群体的遗传连锁图谱,采用Windows QTL IciMapping 4.0软件中的完备区间-加性模型对大麦白粉病抗性QTL进行定位。结果表明,DH群体各系间存在丰富的大麦白粉病抗性遗传变异。共检测到5个与大麦白粉病抗性相关的QTLs。其中3个时期均检测到qPM-2Ha位于Bmag0711-AWBMS56区间,可解释的表型变异为7.48%~12.50%;qPM-4Ha位于EBmac0906-HVM68区间,可解释的表型变异为23.07%~32.09%;2个时期均检测到qPM-2Hb位于Bmag0749-GBM1475区间,可解释的表型变异为6.22%~8.13%。qPM-2Ha、qPM-4Ha及qPM-2Hb白粉病抗性基因均来源于抗病亲本Gairdner, qPM-3Ha和qPM-4Hb白粉病抗性基因来源于感病亲本扬饲麦1号,qPM-2Hb和qPM-3Ha可能是2个新的大麦白粉病抗性QTLs位点。本研究结果为大麦白粉病抗性基因的发掘、精细定位、克隆及分子标记辅助选择育种奠定了基础。     

Hazard identification of coal fly ash leachate using a battery of cyto-genotoxic and biochemical tests in Allium cepa

Leaching of heavy metals from coal fly ash dumpsites is an environmental threat often polluting both groundwater and surface water. This led to a detailed investigation on the cyto-genotoxicity and oxidative stress associated with the fly ash leachate (FL). Allium cepa L. bulbs were exposed to three concentrations of FL. Response to FL resulted in a reduction of root growth, inhibition of cell viability by up to 50%, and decrease in mitotic indices (control: 10.27; FA:water 1:4–4.52) with increased frequency of chromosome aberrations (5.7 fold) and bi-nucleate cells. Results of comet assay indicated that approximately sixfold increase in genotoxicity of FL was congruent with the endpoints of oxidative stress evaluated. The malondialdehyde content, superoxide dismutase, guaiacol peroxidase and glutathione-S-transferase activities were elevated in the treated plants in a dose dependent manner. The elemental analysis of FL showed the presence of heavy metals like cobalt (Co), chromium (Cr), copper (Cu), manganese (Mn), cadmium (Cd), nickel (Ni), lead (Pb) and zinc (Zn). The study demonstrated that FL can cause adverse effects to the plants. Therefore, the disposal of coal fly ash should be handled with caution and prevented from contaminating the surroundings.     

Exogenous application of humic acid and salicylic acid to alleviate seedling drought stress in two corn (Zea mays L.) hybrids

Efficacy of 1?mM humic (HA) and salicylic (SC) acids on SC 260 and SC 705 corn seedlings to alleviate drought stress via polyethylene glycol was studied via hydroponics at Shiraz University, Iran in a factorial, randomized design, with four replicates each. Under stress, SC 260 had higher electrolyte leakage compared to SC 705, and exogenous application of HA combined with SA decreased SC 705 electrolyte leakage. As a general trend, photosynthetic pigment content, relative water content, root and shoot length, mean number and diameter of central and peripheral root metaxylem, and K⁺ accumulation were higher in SC 705 treated with HA and SA compared to SC 260. Application of HA with SA could be an effective and low cost approach to ensure seedling establishment and plant growth in fields affected by soil drought in the early season, especially for the SC 705 corn hybrid in semi-arid regions.     

Assessment of different wheat genotypes with altered genetic background in response to different salinity levels

This experiment was conducted in a glasshouse at the Agricultural and Natural Resources Research Center of Zarghan, Iran, in 2016. Sixteen wheat genotypes were compared under four salinity levels [control, 50, 100, and 150 mM sodium chloride (NaCl)] in terms of grain yield, chlorophyll (SPAD), flag leaf area, Na⁺/K⁺ ratio, catalase, and peroxidase activities in a randomized complete block design with three replications. Overall, results indicated that apparently no single parameter or a specific group of parameters could be suggested as factors of the most responsive element to different salinity stress levels. In other words, the tolerance mechanism of wheat genotypes is a complex response of multiple factors as a network path. Furthermore, different salinity levels led to different responses of wheat genotypes, which were detectable by the results of the mean comparison and analysis of variance. These results also proved the influential effects of the genetic background on salinity response and tolerance of wheat genotypes. In addition, antioxidants acting as defense barriers against reactive oxygen species are very important constituents against salinity, since higher antioxidant activity leads to alleviate the oxidative stress caused by salinity. Higher osmolyte concentration regulating the selective uptake of useful ions can prevent excess accumulation of toxic ions, which contribute to salinity stress damages. A high variation related to the measured traits in this study under both normal and salinity stress conditions was achieved, which could be applied in screening and breeding programs for salinity stress tolerance. Moreover, the responses of different genotypes varied regarding the different traits; SU-0129 as a novel genotype has proved to be the best choice for further breeding research based on the overall traits and, in particular, grain yield and tolerance stress index.     

Leaf photosynthesis,chlorophyll fluorescence and ion content of barley (Hordeum vulgare) in response to salinity

Eight barley genotypes contrasting in their salinity tolerance were assessed for their chlorophyll fluorescence, photosynthetic performance, lipid peroxidation level and ionic content. A pot experiment was conducted in Borj-Cedria (Tunisia), in a wire house with a glass roof to avoid rainfall. The assay consisted of three treatments (0, 100 and 200 mM NaCl) with eight barley genotypes following a completely randomized design. Each pot was considered as one replicate and nine replicates were used for each genotype and treatment. The salt-tolerant genotypes Kerkna and Tichedrett recorded the highest tolerance for photosynthesis and potassium accumulation, whereas the susceptible genotypes were mostly affected at severe salinity. Contrasting behavior was noted for fluorescence attributes, while PSII yield was unchanged reflecting good protection against photodamage. Photosynthetic performance, enhanced water use efficiency, maintained leaf K⁺ and oxidative defense remain the key components for tolerance mechanisms. Salt-tolerant barley could be suitable for management of salt-affected soils.     

2,4-表油菜素内酯对NaCl胁迫下紫花苜蓿幼苗根系生长抑制及氧化损伤的缓解效应

为探讨外源2,4-表油菜素内酯(2,4-epibrassinolide,EBR)提高紫花苜蓿(Medicago sativa L.)耐盐性的生理调控机制,采用营养液水培法,以紫花苜蓿品种‘中苜3号’和‘陇中苜蓿’为材料,研究Na Cl胁迫下添加外源EBR对紫花苜蓿幼苗根系生长、渗透调节物质含量、抗氧化酶活性、非酶抗氧化物质、活性氧及MDA含量的影响。结果表明:150 mmol·L?1 Na Cl胁迫下,‘中苜3号’、‘陇中苜蓿’幼苗根系的生长显著受到抑制,根系干重和根系活力显著降低,幼苗根系中的可溶性蛋白含量和抗氧化酶活性显著降低,活性氧和MDA含量显著增加,根系脂质过氧化程度加剧,细胞质膜完整性受到破坏。添加0.1μmol·L?1外源EBR显著增加了2个品种苜蓿幼苗的主根长、根系总长度、根系总表面积、根体积、根尖数、根系干重和根系活力,幼苗根系中的可溶性蛋白含量、抗氧化酶(SOD、APX、GPX、CAT、GR)活性、非酶抗氧化物质(As A、GSH)含量均显著增加,超氧阴离子自由基(O2·?)产生速率、羟自由基(OH·)浓度、H2O2含量和膜脂过氧化产物MDA含量显著降低,有效缓解了根系脂质过氧化程度,提高了细胞质膜的完整性。说明外源EBR能够有效缓解Na Cl胁迫对紫花苜蓿幼苗根系生长的抑制作用,增强紫花苜蓿幼苗根系的渗透调节能力和抗氧化系统活性,降低活性氧的积累和膜脂过氧化水平,减小Na Cl胁迫对紫花苜蓿幼苗根系造成的氧化伤害,促进根系生长,增强苜蓿幼苗的抗盐性。     

Dynamics of microbial biomass and soil fauna in two contrasting soils cropped to barley (Hordeum vulgare L.)

Summary This study compared the dynamics of shoots, roots, microbial biomass and faunal populations in two different soils cropped to barley. The dynamics of microbial C, protozoa, nematodes, acari, collembola, shoot and root mass were measured between July and October under barley at Ellerslie (Black Chernozem, Typic Cryoboroll) and Breton (Gray Luvisol, Typic Cryoboralf) in central Alberta. Very wet soil conditions in early July reduced the barley yield at Breton. The peak shoot mass was greater at Ellerslie (878 g m^–2) compared to Breton (582 g m^–2), but the root mass did not differ significantly between sites. Microbial C at 0–30 cm depth was greater at Ellerslie (127 g m^–2) than Breton (68 g m^–2). The average protozoa population (no. m^–2) did not differ significantly between sites. The average nematode population at 0–20 cm depth was greater at Ellerslie (5.1 × 10⁶ no. m^–2) compared to Breton (1.0 × 10⁶ no. m^–2) Acari and collembola populations at 0–10 cm depth at Ellerslie (43 × 10³ and 43 × 10² no. m^–2), respectively) were greater than at Breton (2 × 10⁴ and 9 × 10² no. m^–2) respectively). Tenday laboratory incubations of 0–10 cm soil samples from Ellerslie evolved more CO₂-C (120 g g^–1 soil) compared to samples from Breton (97 g g^–1 soil), but the CO₂-C evolution did not differ when expressed on an area basis (g m^–2) due to the greater soil bulk density at Breton. The soil from Breton respired twice as much CO₂-C when expressed as a proportion of soil C and 1.5 times as much CO₂-C when expressed as a proportion of microbial C, compared to the soil from Ellerslie. The greater CO₂-C: microbial C ratio, lower flush C:N ratio, and greater protozoa population: soil C ratio at Breton compared to Ellerslie suggest that the food web was relatively more active at Breton and was related to greater C availability and water availability at Breton.     

Physiological and biochemical responses of Melissa officinalis L. to nickel stress and the protective role of salicylic acid

The present study investigated the mediatory effects of salicylic acid (SA) in alleviating nickel (Ni) toxicity in Melissa officinalis L. One-month-old plants were exposed to different levels of Ni and SA concentrations in sand culture under greenhouse conditions. Excess Ni significantly inhibited the growth indices and dramatically increased accumulation of Ni in the leaves and roots. Exogenously SA applications (1.0 mM) led to a substantial improvement in the shoot and root fresh and dry weights. Foliar application of SA mitigated the deleterious effects of Ni and decreased its transport to the shoots. The results showed a significant loss in chlorophylls and carotenoids contents only at 500 µM of Ni. The impact of SA was not significant in terms of chlorophyll contents, while carotenoid contents of the Ni-stressed plants were significantly affected by SA. Exposure to Ni did not modify proline accumulation. Hydrogen peroxide accumulation was observed under Ni stress, while lipid peroxidation significantly decreased at the same conditions. Application of SA caused a significant decrease in electrolyte leakage of Ni-stressed plants. Due to the high potential for Ni accumulation in the roots and translocation factor values lower than 1, M. officinalis could be introduced as an excluder medicinal plant.     

过氧化尿素对桃幼树淹水胁迫的缓解效果研究

【目的】研究过氧化尿素对淹水胁迫下桃幼树生理特性和光合荧光参数的影响,旨在探明施用过氧化尿素对淹水胁迫下桃幼树胁迫伤害的缓解作用,为人为减轻或克服涝害对桃树的伤害提供有意义的参考。【方法】 以1年生春美/毛桃[Prunus persica (Carr.) Franch.]嫁接苗为试材进行了盆栽试验。首先进行了淹水处理,观察树苗的生长状况; 然后进行使用过氧化尿素肥料盆栽试验。试验共设4个处理,袋控过氧化尿素处理(T1),撒施过氧化尿素处理(T2),撒施普通尿素处理(T3),不施氮肥对照(CK)。肥料全部基施后进行淹水处理,于处理0、 1、 3、 5、 7天测定了过氧化尿素在土壤中的氧气释放特征,树苗叶片气体交换参数和地上部生理生化指标,第5天测定了叶绿素荧光参数。【结果】施用过氧化尿素可提高土表水体溶氧量,处理后7天内,袋控过氧化尿素处理水体溶氧量始终维持较高水平。淹水胁迫下,施用过氧化尿素处理桃幼树叶片净光合速率(Pn)、 气孔导度(Gs)和蒸腾速率(Tr)下降幅度显著低于对照。处理5天后,施用过氧化尿素处理桃幼树叶片光合性能指标(PIABS),最大光化学效率(Fv/Fm),单位面积有活性反应中心的数量(RC/Cso)均高于对照,单位面积的热耗散(DIo/Cso)低于对照,差异显著; 施用过氧化尿素处理(T1和T2)桃幼树叶片的Chl a、 Chl b和Chl(a+b)分别比对照提高了10.72%、 10.86%、 10.87和5.71%、 4.78%、 5.57%,差异显著。施用过氧化尿素处理大大提高淹水胁迫下桃幼树叶片抗氧化酶(SOD、 POD和CAT)活性,减少叶片MDA含量的增加幅度。淹水胁迫下施用过氧化尿素处理桃幼树根系活力、 根系脯氨酸(Pro)含量高于对照,根系相对膜透性(RMP)和乙醇脱氢酶(ADH)活性低于对照,差异显著。【结论】施用过氧化尿素可提高土表水体溶氧量,提高淹水胁迫下桃幼树叶片抗氧化酶活性,增强植株抗逆性,有效缓解淹水胁迫对树体的伤害作用。