THE IMPACT OF THE SOIL ENVIRONMENT ON THE GROWTH OF ROOT SYSTEMS

被引:70
作者
MCMICHAEL, BL
QUISENBERRY, JE
机构
[1] USDA-ARS, Cropping Systems Research Laboratory, Plant Stress and Water Conservation Research Unit, Lubbock, TX 79401, Route 3
关键词
COTTON; ROOT LENGTH; ROOT DENSITY; STRENGTH; TEMPERATURE; WATER;
D O I
10.1016/0098-8472(93)90055-K
中图分类号
Q94 [植物学];
学科分类号
071001 ;
摘要
There are numerous environmental factors that can influence the growth and function of plant root systems. The impact of some of the major soil-related factors such as soil temperature, soil water, soil air, soil strength, and soil nutrient supply on the development of roots is reviewed. Emphasis has been placed on the interaction of these factors with each other and with the genetic diversity inherent in plant roots in determining the impact of the soil environment on root growth and ultimately on plant productivity.
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页码:53 / 61
页数:9
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