Abstract
Root-system hydraulic conductivity (RSHC) is an important physiological characteristic that describes the inherent ability of roots to conduct water across a water-potential gradient between the root and the stem xylem. RSHC is commonly used as an indicator of plant functioning and adaptability to a given environment. A simple, fast, and easy-to-use protocol is described for the quantification of RSHC at the seedling stage in two important monocot species grown in hydroponic solution: Setaria viridis, a C4 model plant, and wheat, a C3 crop plant. This protocol can also be easily modified for use with almost any grass species and environmental treatments, such as salinity or hormone treatments.
Original language | English |
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Article number | e20110 |
Journal | Current protocols in plant biology |
Volume | 5 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1 Jun 2020 |
Keywords
- Setaria viridis
- Triticum turgidum ssp. durum
- durum wheat
- green millet
- root-system hydraulic conductivity
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- General Medicine