Comparative anatomy and salt management of Sonneratia caseolaris (L.) Engl. (Lythraceae) grown in saltwater and freshwater.

ABSTRACT: Sonneratia caseolaris is a pioneer species in mangrove. It can naturally grow in both saltwater and freshwater. The study was aimed at investigating and comparing the anatomical character of the S. caseolaris plants growing in different conditions and how they coped with salinity. The anatomical characteristics of roots, stems, petioles and leaf blade were investigated. The plant samples were prepared into permanent slides using a paraffin method, while the wood samples were made into permanent slides using a sliding microtome technique. Tissue clearing of leaf blade and scanning electron microscopic analysis of wood were performed. In addition, sodium chloride content in various organs and tissues was examined. It was found that cable root, stem and leaf blade showed some di

SUBMITTER: Tatongjai S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7916540 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature