Studies on genome size estimation, chromosome number, gametophyte development and plant morphology of salt-tolerant halophyte Suaeda salsa.

ABSTRACT: BACKGROUND:Soil salinization and alkalization are among the major agricultural threats that affect crop productivity worldwide, which are increasing day by day with an alarming rate. In recent years, several halophytes have been investigated for their utilization in soil remediation and to decipher the mechanism of salt-tolerance in these high salt tolerant genetic repositories. Suaeda salsa is an annual halophytic herb in the family Amaranthaceae, displaying high salt and alkali-resistance and having nutritive value. However, the fundamental biological characteristics of this valuable plant remain to be elucidated until today. RESULTS:In this study, we observed the morphology and development of Suaeda salsa, including seed morphology, seed germination, plant morphology, and flower develop

SUBMITTER: Cheng Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6833229 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature