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Acta Agrobotanica
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ISSN 2300-357X · Polish Botanical Society · 1,889 articles in the index
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The longevity of cut Polygonatum multiflorum (L.) All. shoots depending on postharvest handling
The experiment was carried out to investigate the possibility of extension of the postharvest longevity of cut shoots of Polygonatum multiflorum depending on the type of conditioning. The shoots were collected for three experiments in May, June, and July. The following substances were used for…
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The agricultural and therapeutic potential of Lavatera thuringiaca (L.)
One of the poorly recognized plant species well adapted to cultivation in temperate climate conditions is Lavatera thuringiaca L. It is a common species in Europe, but so far has not found much economic use. Few literature data report its high production potential, favorable chemical composition of…
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Exploring fungal endophytes as biocontrol agents against rice blast disease
The rice blast disease caused by Pyricularia oryzae Cavara is among the most severe plant diseases in the world. The utilization of natural antagonists, such as fungal endophytes, can be a good method to control the spread of this disease. In the present study, 68 fungal isolates were obtained from…
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Assessment of allantoin concentrations in comfrey root available on the Polish market
Comfrey ( Symphytum officinale L.) root is a commonly known rich source of allantoin. This compound is widely used in pharmacy and cosmetology, but mainly in a synthetic form. However, the properties of natural allantoin in products of biological origin may be different from those of synthetic…
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Toxic effects of the crude methanolic extract of Austroplenckia populnea leaves and fractions on the growth of Spodoptera frugiperda
The aim of the current study is to assess the toxicity of Austroplenckia populnea leaf extracts towards the Spodoptera frugiperda population in laboratory conditions. Initially, a crude methanolic extract was obtained from dried leaves of A. populnea . This extract was fractionated using hexane…
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Differential biochemical and metabolic responses of contrast rice cultivars ( Oryza sativa L.) under salt stress
More than half of the global population uses rice as the fundamental staple food; therefore, it is one of the most popular crops in the world. However, it is susceptible to salt stress, particularly among monocot crops, which reduces rice cultivation yield and threatens global food security. This…
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Physiological and anatomical response of rice ( Oryza sativa L.) ‘Hom Mali Daeng’ at different salinity stress levels
Soil salinity is a severe global stressor causing adverse impacts on irrigated land and drastically reducing crop yields, especially in rice, an important economic crop of Tailand. In this study, the impacts of salt stress on the anatomical and physiological features of 28-day-old rice ( Oryza…
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Application of wide-spectrum light-emitting diodes in the indoor production of cucumber and tomato seedlings
Horticulture is now revolutionized by advancements in light-emitting diode (LED) lighting. New technologies enable knowledge expansion on how plants require different spectral illumination for optimal growth and development. The aim of this study was to evaluate the quality of cucumber ( Cucumis…
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Arcopilus aureus : a valuable endophytic associate of hazelnut
Endophytic fungi are increasingly being considered for their ecological role and effects on plant protection and nutrition. Their contribution in improving fitness can be particularly relevant in the case of semi-extensive tree crops, such as hazelnut. In this manuscript, the occurrence and…
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Assessment of environmental performance on farms using FADN: a case study of the Region of Mazowsze and Podlasie, Poland
Agri-environmental Schemes are the main agricultural policy instrument currently available in the European Union to help improve the relationship between agriculture and the environment. The conducted research included the assessment of AES (Agri-environmental Schemes) implementation in the Region…
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Prunus spinosa L. pollen - quantity and nutritional quality
Pollen production and pollen quality in Prunus spinosa L. (Rosaceae), a common early-spring flowering plant from the temperate zone was evaluated. The species is an efficient pollen producer, as it can produce 0.23 mg of pollen per flower and 1.99 g of pollen per 1 m 2 of shrub surface, however…
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Effect of natural fertilization on the yield, biological value, and qualitative and quantitative composition of essential oil in common basil ( Ocimum basilicum L.)
Basil ( Ocimum basilicum L.) is one of the most popular herbal plants used globally in the food and pharmaceutical industries and as an ornamental plant. It is highly valued for the rich content of active substances, whose amount depends on environmental and anthropogenic factors. The type of…
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The efficacy of ammonium as seed priming agents for promoting tomato ( Solanum lycopersicum L.) germination under salinity stress
The aim of the current study was to assess the effectiveness of NH 4+ priming to enhance tomato seed germination and plant growth under saline stress. In the absence of light at 25 ± 1 °C, tomato seeds were primed with 50 and 100 mmol of NH 4 NO 3 and with 50 and 100 mmol of (NH 4 ) 2 SO 4 for 12…
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Silver nanoparticles production mediated by natural tetraploid Trifolium pratense L.: Characterization and potential biological activity
This study was aimed to present the green synthesis of silver nanoparticles through natural tetraploid Trifolium pratense L. containing high amounts of phenolic compounds and glycosidic bioactive macromolecules. Combinatorial optimization of AgNPs was achieved thanks to the stabilizing and reducing…
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Foliar application of pyraclostrobin alleviates oxidative stress and improves carbon assimilation in soybean
Due to its protein and oil content, soybean is an important crop in developing countries like India to combat energy-protein malnutrition. In a field study, soybean plants- foliar treated with pyraclostrobin- were evaluated for carbon fixation efficiency and antioxidant levels response…
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Easy, fast, cheap, informative, and pretty – staining of plant sections with Mayer’s mucicarmine and Lugol’s reagent
A novel combination of widely used commercial histochemical reagents, Mayer’s mucicarmine and Lugol’s reagent, was applied to survey anatomical analysis of various plant organs: Euphorbia splendens stem, Hibiscus rosa - sinensis petiole, Homalocladium platycladum stem base, Phalaenopsis sp. aerial…
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Soil and foliar zinc application techniques influence the productivity, zinc concentration, and protein content in the grains of bread wheat varieties
Micronutrient zinc (Zn) is crucial for both humans and plants. To improve the micronutrient concentration in the grains of food crops, biofortification has already been established as one of the best approaches across the globe. The current study was carried out to assess Zn enrichment in a few…
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Ultrastructural changes of mesophyll cells in peach leaves infected by Taphrina deformans (Berk/Tul)
Taphrina deformans (Berk/Tul) is a causal agent of peach leaf curl that causes severe deformation of leaves and, in some cases, affects plant fruits and shoots, thereby exerting an adverse effect on tree yield and vitality. It has the potential to cause epidemics. The present study indicated…
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Self-pruning in lime ( Citrus aurantifolia Swingle) after treatments with ichiphon, abscisic acid and nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium fertilizers
Self-pruning can lower production costs, especially in the case of annual crops such as citrus. The study aimed to determine self-pruning of lime treated with growth regulators and a fertilizer. Self-pruning was applied on a one-year-old of Citrus aurantifolia from February 2020 to April 2022 in…
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Grass species as a living mulch – impact of sod and its weediness on apple trees
The relationship between a cover of four grass living mulches in an apple orchard and the weed cover as well as its impact on the fruit tree yield, growth, and fruit quality was estimated at the Fruit Experimental Station of the Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences in Wrocław…
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