Root traits variations of subtropical evergreen tree Ligustrum lucidum and their adaptation to soil moisture and nutrient condition stress
Abstract
Aims
In
the
face
of
extreme
drought
and
increased
soil
erosion
brought
about
by
global
changes,
physiological
changes
response
mechanisms
plant
root
systems
to
environmental
stresses
are
understood
taking
example
suitable
plants
in
typical
karst
areas
that
subject
dual
infertility.
Methods
We
collected
roots
soils
representative
woody
(Ligustrum
lucidum)
sandy
shale
limestone
regions
with
different
degrees
rock
desertification,
correlated
functional
traits
physical
chemical
characteristics,
then
concluded
resource
utilization
strategy
a
plant.
Results
Soil
moisture
nutrients
lower
than
those
sand
areas.
With
increase
rocky
nutrients,
water
content
showed
significant
decreasing
trend.
The
diameter
volume
higher
areas,
there
two
kinds
methods
for
formation.
Conclusions
Root
Ligustrum
lucidum
adopt
an
active
acquisition
area
but
conservative
area.
variability
deterioration
nutrient
conditions
which
was
induced
deteriorative
desertification
degree.
affects
long
term,
major
influence
on
traits.
Research Square (Research Square), Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown
Published: Nov. 29, 2024
Language: Английский