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Francisco Vanies da Silva Sá1,*, Geovani Soares de Lima2,*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.086459
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Abiotic Stress in Agricultural Crops)
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Leonardo Daniel Villalana Alvarez1, Abraham Heriberto García-Campoy2, Alethia Muñiz-Ramirez3,*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.085201
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Bioactive Natural Products from Medicinal Plants: Phytochemical and Pharmacological Studies)
Abstract Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder characterized by chronic hyperglycemia, oxidative stress, and the formation of advanced glycation end products (AGEs). This study examined the antiglycation, antioxidant, and antidiabetic properties of the methanolic extract of Ibervillea sonorae (IsM). Antiglycation activity was assessed in vitro using a bovine serum albumin–glucose model, and the antidiabetic effects were evaluated using a zebrafish model of experimentally induced hyperglycemia. Gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC–MS) analysis revealed several metabolites, including fatty acids and phytosterols. The extract significantly inhibited AGEs formation in vitro and reduced AGEs accumulation in the ocular tissue of diabetic zebrafish. In vivo treatment More >
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Dilek Killi1,2,#,*, Hüsna Dolu1,2, Masud Omar Barre3, Gamze Kaya4,5, Deniz Sezlev Bilecen4
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.082888
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Plant Growth Regulators (PGRs) and Plant Stress)
Abstract Sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) is an important food, oil and bioenergy crop frequently affected by drought stress. Plant growth-promoting bacteria (PGPB) can enhance plant growth and resilience to water deficit. However, their efficiency often diminishes over time under prolonged stress due to reduced bacterial survival. This study investigated whether encapsulated forms of Bacillus subtilis, with and without humic acid supplementation, improves bacterial viability and photosynthetic performance of a drought-sensitive sunflower variety under water deficiency. Seedlings were grown in a greenhouse, with water deficit imposed at 30% field capacity for 29 days. Treatments included solution (B) or encapsulated… More >
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Diana Dragan1, Vasile Florian1,*, Horia Bunescu1, Rodica Sima2, Alexandru Apahidean2, Ximena Rau1, Arnilva Mara1, Mihaela Chertes1, Ionut-Bogdan Hulujan1, Teodora Florian1
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.075836
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Technological Advances for Sustainable Management and Biological Control of Plant Pests and Diseases)
Abstract The research examined the effects of predators and parasitoids on Trialeurodes vaporariorum (TV) and Frankliniella occidentalis (FO) through their introduction into the cucumber pest management. Parasitoids and predators from the genus Encarsia, Orius, and Amblyseius were used to manage TV and FO. The study was performed at the University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca, Romania, from August to October 2023. The research investigates the influence of zoophagous species on TV and FO, utilizing data collected on six distinct dates throughout the cucumber growing season. The findings indicate that biocontrol agents positively influence flight and negatively affect the… More >
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Panpan Wang1, Yanjing Liu1, Haiyan Kong1, Ye Li2,*, Shuang Chen3,*, Nong Zhou1,*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.084444
Abstract Mulberry leaf is a widely used medicinal and edible homologous plant, and its quality is closely related to the contents of secondary metabolites. In this study, 17 batches of mulberry leaves from 3 cultivars and 7 geographical origins in Chongqing were used as materials. An HPLC method was established for the simultaneous determination of mulberroside A, chlorogenic acid, rutin, isoquercitrin, and astragalin, and the effects of cultivar and origin on the accumulation of these components were systematically compared. The established method exhibited satisfactory linearity (R2 ≥ 0.9998), together with good precision, stability, repeatability, and accuracy, which… More >
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Hossam S. El-Beltagi1,*, Tarek A. Shalaby2, Nagwa Khedr3, Emad H. Khedr3,*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.084404
Abstract Drought stress stands out as a main abiotic factor that adversely influences the development, yield, and quality of plants. With the increasing prevalence of water scarcity driven by climate change, urban expansion, and industrial activities, understanding plant responses to limited water availability has become critically important. Among stress-related molecules, melatonin has gained recognition as a multipurpose regulator with a central role in strengthening plant tolerance to drought. The synthesis and accumulation of melatonin are influenced by environmental stressors and vary across plant species and tissue types. Whether synthesized internally or applied externally, melatonin contributes to… More >
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Kallol Das1,*, Aniruddha Sarker2, Deen Mohammad Deepo3, F. M. Aminuzzaman4, Abu Bakar Siddique5, Saifullah Omar Nasif6, Ramadan A. Arafa7
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.079822
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Technological Advances for Sustainable Management and Biological Control of Plant Pests and Diseases)
Abstract Plant growth-promoting fungi (PGPF) are a diverse group of non-pathogenic fungi that benefit host plants through multiple mechanisms. With the growing global emphasis on sustainable agriculture, research has increasingly focused on understanding fungal ecology and its role in enhancing plant growth and development. PGPF contributes significantly by facilitating nutrient acquisition, solubilizing minerals, producing growth hormones, and transferring essential elements from the soil to plants. PGPF have been proposed as biofertilizers, bio-stimulants, and/or biocontrol agents for a variety of plant species in earlier research findings. Modern biotechnological tools can help uncover plant-PGPF interactions, facilitating the development… More >
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Jinxiu Song1, Zhixin Li2, Wenwen Di2, Qiaoshuo Hou2, Xiaoming Song1, Long Wang3, Qi Liu2, Zejin Zhang4, Zhengnan Yan2,*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.086028
Abstract Blue light and ultraviolet-A (UV-A) radiation are critical light-quality regulators that coordinately modulate plant growth and quality in protected horticulture. However, their interactive effects on celery (Apium graveolens L.) remain inadequately characterized. In the present study, we quantified the individual and combined impacts of supplemental UV-A and blue light on the growth, biomass accumulation, photosynthetic performance, and nutritional quality of celery (cv. Dayehuang) in a plant factory with artificial lighting. Our results demonstrated that sole UV-A or blue light application significantly increased biomass, nutritional quality, and light use efficiency (LUE) of celery. Notably, combined supplementation with… More >
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Yichen Lu, Dong Cao, Ying Chen*, Yifan Wang, Jingjing Di, Na An
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.085745
Abstract The proportion of nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K) in the soil could regulate plant yield and secondary metabolism. However, extensive chemical fertilizer utilization has reduced soil fertility and increased soil compaction, and even caused environmental pollution. Applying microbial fertilizers (MF) could improve soil structure and the environment. This work aimed to reveal the effects of N reduction and combined MF on Ginkgo biloba growth, soil properties, and microbial communities, and illustrate their interaction roles in improving Ginkgo leaf yield and flavonoid content. A field experiment with different fertilizer treatments, including low N, normal P-K… More >
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Fujian Shan1,2,#, Yi Yang2,3,#, Liangliang Li3,4, Tao Li2,5, Wenwen Su4, Zhencheng Han2,*, Yuanxun Tao2,*, Xiaopeng Wen1,*, Weijie Li2,*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.084154
Abstract Rootstock plays an important role in commercial horticultural production by influencing scion growth, physiology, and fruit quality. However, information on the effects of different rootstocks on kiwifruit growth and fruit quality remains limited. In this study, Actinidia valvata was evaluated as an experimental rootstock and compared with the commonly used A. deliciosa rootstock to investigate their effects on photosynthetic characteristics, carbohydrate metabolism, and fruit quality of A. deliciosa cv. ‘Guichang’. Leaf photosynthetic parameters, fruit quality attributes, carbohydrate contents, and the activities of enzymes related to sucrose and starch metabolism were investigated during fruit development and postharvest ripening. The… More >
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Syadza Ghaidha Ramadhan1, Nia Rossiana1,*, Dedat Prismantoro2, Thomas Argyarich Jefferson1, Malvin Albert1, Irvan Satria1, Mia Miranti1, Mehrdad Alizadeh3, Kumudini Belur Satyan4, Febri Doni1,*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.083440
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Plant-Environment Interactions under Climate Change)
Abstract Rice (Oryza sativa L.) is central to global food security, yet its production systems remain highly vulnerable to environmental pressures. Climate change is increasing the frequency and severity of abiotic stresses, including drought, salinity, extreme temperatures, flooding, and heavy metal toxicity, which significantly reduce global rice productivity. Conventional strategies, including breeding and genetic engineering, have improved stress tolerance; however, their effectiveness is often constrained by long development timelines, complex genetic regulation, and limited performance under multiple concurrent stresses. In this context, plant-associated microorganisms have emerged as a sustainable and promising approach to enhancing rice plant resilience.… More >
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Alberto Sandoval-Rangel1, Adalberto Benavides-Mendoza1, Rebeca Betancourt-Galindo2, Eneida Adilene Pérez-Velasco2,*, Bertha Alicia Puente-Urbina2
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.083195
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Application of Nanomaterials in Plants)
Abstract In soils and substrates, the bioavailability of Zn2+ is generally low. The use of zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO-NPs) has emerged as a promising strategy in agriculture to improve zinc availability and stimulate plant growth. Their physicochemical properties and biocompatibility promote greater micronutrient uptake and the regulation of physiological processes in plants. In this study, the effects of five concentrations of ZnO-NPs (0, 100, 250, 500, and 1000 mg L−1) and two application methods (foliar or drench) on the growth, gas exchange, and flowering quality of marigold were evaluated. ZnO-NPs significantly influenced plant growth; plant height and… More >
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Rayane Amaral de Andrade1, Tayd Dayvison Custódio Peixoto2, Miguel Ferreira Neto1, Antônio Sávio dos Santos1, Joyce Fernandes de Medeiros1, Clara Araújo da Silva1, Mirna Candace Oliveira de Almeida1, Kariolania Fortunato de Paiva Araújo1, Ricardo André Rodrigues Filho1, Kleane Targino Oliveira Pereira1, Antônio Gustavo de Luna Souto1, Salvador Barros Torres1, Francisco Vanies da Silva Sá3,*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.081266
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Abiotic and Biotic Stress Tolerance in Crop)
Abstract Managing salinity in irrigation water is essential to ensure water supply for plants, especially in semi-arid regions, where the most readily available water often has high salt content. In this context, the tolerance of traditional maize varieties to salt stress was evaluated using morphological and biochemical parameters at the initial developmental stage. The experiment was conducted in a greenhouse, using polyethylene trays with 200 cells filled with inert coconut fiber-based substrate. The experimental design was completely randomized in a 15 × 2 factorial scheme, with four replicates and 50 seeds per plot, for a total… More >
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Xuebing Zhu1,2, Yongqiang Jiang1,2, Wei Li1,2, Lihui Wang1,2, Xuemei Sun1,2,*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.083772
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Advances in Plant Breeding and Genetic Improvement: Leveraging Molecular Markers and Novel Genetic Strategies)
Abstract Although transcriptional regulators of anthocyanin biosynthesis have been studied in many crops, the regulatory network controlling the purple leaf trait in lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) remains incompletely understood. Our previous transcriptome analysis identified LsMYB1. This study further carried out the cloning and structural feature analysis of the LsMYB1 gene, and systematically verified its function using the tobacco heterologous overexpression system and CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing technology. Sequence analysis revealed a structural difference between the two alleles: the LsMYB1 allele in the purplecultivar contains two introns and three exons, whereas the allele in the greencultivar comprises only a single exon. More >
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Chayanee Chairattanawat1, Junghwa Kang2, Jaewook Kim1,*, Bae Young Choi3,*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.084482
Abstract Pyrola japonica, a member of the Ericaceae family, is a significant medicinal herb and a key model organism in mycorrhizal research, yet its chloroplast (cp) genome has not been fully characterized. Therefore, this study aims to sequence and analyze the complete plastid genome of P. japonica. The complete cp genome of P. japonica was determined to be 168,146 bp in length, exhibiting a characteristic quadripartite structure with a total GC content of 35.1%. A total of 136 genes were annotated, comprising 65 protein-coding genes, 45 transfer RNA (tRNA) genes, 8 ribosomal RNA (rRNA) genes, and 18 pseudogenes. Amino… More >
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Sonia Mansouri1,*, Yassmine Abidi1,2, Leila Riahi3, Ali Ltifi2
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.083697
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Genetic Resources and Breeding Strategies for Sustainable Crop Yield Enhancement)
Abstract Doubled haploid technology is an important tool for accelerating barley breeding by enabling the rapid development of fully homozygous lines. However, the efficiency of androgenesis in barley remains highly genotype-dependent and is strongly influenced by pretreatment conditions, particularly cold exposure. Despite advances in barley anther culture protocols, the optimal duration of cold pretreatment to enhance androgenic response and green plant regeneration remains poorly understood for many breeding materials. This study therefore aimed to examine the effects of genotype and cold pretreatment duration on androgen induction and regeneration efficiency in spring barley lines. Fifteen barley lines,… More >
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Aygül Dayan*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.083460
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Advances in Plant Nutrition-Mechanisms, Regulation, and Sustainable Applications)
Abstract Broccoli (Brassica oleracea L. var. italica) is valued for its nutritional quality, and production practices increasingly focus on improving quality as well as yield. This study evaluated the effects of colored plastic mulches (red, black, grey, and brown) on yield, antioxidant activity, ascorbic acid (Vitamin C), and mineral composition under open-field conditions. The experiment was conducted in a randomized complete block design with four mulch treatments and three replications under open-field conditions. Mulch color did not significantly affect total yield, indicating stable biomass production across treatments. In contrast, antioxidant activity and Vitamin C content were significantly More >
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Jolyon Dodgson*, Anna K. Marks, David J. Marks
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.082701
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Abiotic and Biotic Stress Tolerance in Crop)
Abstract Stress can result in up to 70% losses during crop production. Plants are exposed to abiotic stresses, such as drought or salt, or biotic stresses, such as fungal pathogens like powdery mildew or septoria. Reactive oxygen species (ROS) signalling is a part of a common response to plant stresses, but excessive ROS can be damaging. Plants produce antioxidants to reduce ROS. Wheat plants were exposed to drought stress, salt stress, and biotic stress from powdery mildew and septoria. In a glasshouse, wheat plants were treated with a functional fertiliser (Indra containing Oxygon chemistry, Levity Crop… More >
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Jurica Duvnjak1, Daniel Kujundzic2, Katarina Sunic Budimir1, John C. D’Auria2, Valentina Spanic1,*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.082576
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Advances in the Breeding of High-Yielding and High-Quality Seeds)
Abstract In this study, metabolomic profiling using gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC-MS) revealed clear distinctions between Fusarium-infected and control wheat spikes, as shown by the separate clustering of infected samples. Out of 222 detected features, eight were found to be significantly altered in infected spikes compared to controls, highlighting specific metabolic changes associated with the plant’s response to Fusarium head blight (FHB) stress. In response to Fusarium infection, wheat exhibited significant metabolic reprogramming, with both reductions and accumulations of key metabolites. A decrease in 3-methoxytyramine (28.9–85.3%), octylamine, malic acid, and homonojirimycin suggests their early involvement in defence-related pathways… More >
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Cheng Qu1,2, Fen Liu3, Dongping Yao1, Zhijun Li1, Yuanhuan Li1, Tangxing Liu1, Yue Wang2, Lili Yang1,*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.082659
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Crop Stress Mitigation for Enhanced Productivity and Quality)
Abstract To clarify the remediation effect of microbial inoculant fertilizer on cadmium (Cd) pollution following the application of pig manure organic fertilizer, a field experiment was conducted. No fertilization (CK1) and conventional fertilization (CK2) were used as controls. The treatments included conventional fertilization + pig manure organic fertilizer (PM, 2800 kg/hm2) and four levels of microbial inoculant fertilizer (7.5, 15, 22.5, 30 L/hm2) combined with the PM treatment. The study compared the effects of different treatments on rice economic traits, yield, Cd content in grains and plants, soil available Cd, total Cd, soil pH, and soil enzyme… More >
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Abel Bala1, Monica Hârţa1,*, Doina Clapa1, Floricuţa Ranga2, Doina Angela Pui3, Mirela Irina Cordea1,*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.083046
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Flowering Plants: Their History, Cultivation Methods, Biology, and Impact on Well-being)
Abstract This study presents an interdisciplinary approach to the chromatic diversity of the genus Paeonia, combining quantitative colorimetric analysis (CIELab and RHS systems) with biochemical profiling of anthocyanins across 14 genotypes. The results indicate a correlation between the biochemical composition of the petals and their visual appearance, suggesting that the intensity and distribution of certain pigments—mainly cyanidin and peonidin derivatives—determine the hue and saturation of the flowers. HPLC analysis revealed quantitative variation in pigmentation: dark-red genotypes showed high levels of anthocyanins (e.g., P. tenuifolia ‘Flore-Plena’), whereas these compounds were not detected in yellow genotypes. In parallel, More >
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Milica Aćimović1, Milena Popov2, Nataša Mandić2, Ana Tomić3, Biljana Lončar4, Lato Pezo5, Mirjana Cvetković6, Jovana Stanković Jeremić6, Olja Šovljanski3,*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.079695
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Plant-Derived Antimicrobials: Phytochemical Defense, Plant Metabolism, and Ecological Roles)
Abstract (1) Background: Plant hydrolates are widely generated as by-products of essential oil distillation, yet their potential biological properties remain insufficiently explored. This study evaluated whether that lemon catnip (Nepeta cataria var. citriodora) hydrolate exhibits allelopathic and antimicrobial effects in preliminary in vitro assays, contributing to the valorization of distillation residues within circular bioeconomy approaches. (2) Methods: Phytotoxic effects on germination and early seedling growth of crops (maize, soybean, and white clover) and weeds (common lambsquarters, amaranth, and wild carrot) were evaluated under in vitro conditions using hydrolate solutions (10%, 20%, 50%, and 100%). Germination kinetics were modelled using first-order,… More >
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Ronglin Liu1, Yizhuo Feng1, Zezhong Lin2, Daiquan Ye3, Hui Xiao2, Jinhua Huang3, Kehui Zheng4, Guangqiu Cao1, Shijiang Cao1,*, Renhua Zheng2,*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.083495
Abstract Space-induced mutagenesis, as a tool for generating genetic variation, has been widely exploited in crop improvement. However, its mutagenic impact on long-lived forest trees—especially the long-term effects on traits expressed at reproductive maturity—remains systematically unassessed. In this study, we used Chinese fir (Cunninghamia lanceolata), a key timber species in China, to evaluate the influence of the space environment on mature-phase traits. We compared growth and cone characters between a 14-year-old space-mutated plantation derived from seeds flown aboard the Shijian-8 recoverable satellite and a contemporaneously planted ground control stand. Mean diameter at breast height and individual stem… More >
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Xinyao Li1, Dongyang Sun1, Yunong Zhou2, Yong Li3, Jie Ma4, Xuena Yu1, Zhi Huang1, Fen Zhang1,*, Bo Sun1,*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.082599
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Advances in Plant Nutrition-Mechanisms, Regulation, and Sustainable Applications)
Abstract Baby mustard is rich in nutrients; however, it is prone to postharvest yellowing and wilting, which leads to the loss of nutritional components. Folic acid, an important water-soluble vitamin, exhibits substantial physiological antioxidant activity. This study explored the impact of folic acid immersion treatments on the visual quality and health-promoting compounds of baby mustard stored at 20°C. The results showed that, compared with other concentrations, 5 mg L−1 folic acid treatment (F5) was the most effective in improving baby mustard storability. In terms of appearance and sensory acceptability, the F5 treatment was more effective than 0… More >
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Siyi Fang1, Bin Zheng1, Jiao Ma2, Shengwen Tang2, Lanying Chen3,4,#,*, Qiumei Quan1,#,*
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.083644
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Flowering Plants: Their History, Cultivation Methods, Biology, and Impact on Well-being)
Abstract Pollen viability plays a pivotal role in determining fertilization success, directly influencing fruit and seed production, as well as the genetic improvement and conservation of flowering plants. This study sought to establish the optimal culture medium and environmental conditions for in vitro pollen germination and pollen tube growth in Hibiscus mutabilis Linn., a species of notable ornamental and ecological significance. We employed Brewbaker and Kwack medium(BK) supplemented with varying concentrations of sucrose, H3BO3, CaCl2, MgSO4·7H2O, and KNO2 to systematically evaluate the effects of these components on pollen viability. Additionally, we investigated the impact of environmental factors including temperature, light… More >
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Gian Marco Ludovici1,2,*, Paola Amelia Tassi2, Alba Iannotti2,3, Colomba Russo2,3, Francesco Gargallo di Castel Lentini4, Timothy Alexander Mousseau5, Andrea Malizia1,2
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.083056
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Multi-Omics Insights into Plant Acclimation to Environmental Stress)
Abstract The detonation of nuclear weapons, beginning with the Trinity test in New Mexico and followed by the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, created distinct environments of ionizing radiation exposure. While the ecological consequences of reactor accidents at Chernobyl and Fukushima have been extensively investigated, the potential evolutionary implications of historical weapons testing for plant communities remain comparatively underexplored, particularly in arid ecosystems. This review synthesizes available, yet fragmented, evidence to examine the hypothesis that residual radionuclides in arid test-site environments may have acted as potential selective pressures influencing plant persistence and stress-associated traits in native… More >
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Muhammad Nazim1,2,*, Abdul Ghafoor3,*, Abida Hussain4, Mehwish Tabassum5, Aamir Nawaz6, Muhammad Ahmad7, Murad Muhammad1,2, Muqarrab Ali4
Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2024.058970
（This article belongs to the Special Issue: Soil Microbe-Plant Interactions: Unveiling Mechanisms of Biostimulants in Stress Tolerance)
Abstract In recent years, the world has faced rising global temperatures, accumulative pollution, and energy crises, stimulating scientists worldwide to strive for eco-friendly and cost-effective solutions. Biochar has materialized as a
favorable tool for environmental remediation, indicating efficacy as an efficient sorbent substance for both
inorganic and organic pollutants in environmental field. These unique properties exclude improved surface
functionality, porous morphology, large specific surface area (SSA), cation exchange capacity (CEC), robust
adsorption capabilities, environmental stability, and embedded micronutrients. Biochar exhibited potential
characteristics for environmental oversight, greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction, and soil fertility improvement. This review… More >
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