Effect of salicylic acid on morphological and biochemical attributes in cowpea.
J Environ Biol
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2007 Apr; 28(2): 193-6
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in English
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| ID: sea-113466
ABSTRACT
Effects of salicylic acid (SA) on seed germination, seedling growth, flowering and biochemical activities were studied out in four cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) genotypes in control environments. The results revealed that both germination and seedling growth were negatively affected by 0.02%. SA application, however did not affect the size of full expanded buds, time of 50% flowering and date of flower initiation. A maximum increase in peroxidase (EC1.11.1.7) activity was observed in UPC 4200 over other genotypes. No significant change in the content of total soluble and intercellular fluid proteins was observed except in UPC 4200 genotype. SA induced accumulation of total soluble sugars more at flowering stage than at seed setting stage. It is evident from the present study that UPC 4200 genotype was more responsive to salicylic acid both in terms of increased peroxidase activity and less negative effect on morphological attributes, thus suggesting its wider use without negative impact on environment as salicylic acid has been reported in plants.
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Main subject:
Plant Proteins
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Seeds
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Peroxidase
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Plant Leaves
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Germination
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Salicylic Acid
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Flowers
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Seedlings
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Carbohydrate Metabolism
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Genotype
Language:
English
Journal:
J Environ Biol
Year:
2007
Type:
Article
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