Phenotypic Diversity for Root Traits and Identification of Superior Germplasm for Root Breeding in Watermelon
Root traits are an important component for productive plant performance. Roots offer immediate absorptive surfaces for water and nutrient acquisition and are thus critical to crop growth and response to biotic and abiotic stresses. In addition, roots can provide the first line of defense against soi...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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American Society for Horticultural Science (ASHS)
2020-07-01
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| Series: | HortScience |
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| Online Access: | https://journals.ashs.org/hortsci/view/journals/hortsci/55/8/article-p1272.xml |