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Forestry Science Research is a comprehensive academic journal of forestry science sponsored by the Chinese Academy of Forestry Science. The main task is to timely reflect the latest research results, academic papers and reports, scientific and technological trends and information of forestry science with the Chinese Academy of Forestry as the main body, to promote academic exchanges at home and abroad, to carry out academic discussions, to prosper forestry science and to better serve China's forestry construction. The main contents are: forest seeds, seedling raising and afforestation, forest plants, forest genetic breeding, tree physiology and biochemistry, forest insects, resource insects, forest pathology, forest microorganisms, forest birds and animals, forest soil, forest...

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Isolation and Identification of Pathogenic Fungus Causing the Black Spot Stemphylium lycopersici Disease on Honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica Thunb.)
LIU Duan-chong, YANG Jin-ku, LIN Ruo-zhu, YAO Yan-xia, HUAI Wen-xia, ZHAO Wen-xia
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230079
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Objective To clarify the pathogen causing black spot disease on Lonicera japonica, and to provide a theoretical basis for effective prevention and control of this disease. Method The strains of the pathogen were isolated by conventional tissue plate method, and were identified by the morphological characters and phylogenetic analysis of ITS, gpd and EF-1α sequences. Its pathogenicity was tested through in vitro inoculating healthy leaves of Lonicera japonica and Solanum lycopersicum. Result The isolated fungal strain YP4 morphologically formed greyish to yellowish white, cottony colonies on Potato Dextrose Agar, which were consistent with published descriptions of Stemphylium lycopersici. In the three phylogenetic trees based on of ITS, gpd and EF-1α sequences, the isolate YP4 fell into the Stemphylium lycopersici clade with strong support. Based on the pathogenicity measurement of Koch's rule, the strain YP4 was pathogenic to leaves of Lonicera japonica and Solanum lycopersicum. Conclusion Combined with the morphological characteristics, the pathogenicity determination and phylogenetic analysis of ITS, gpd and EF-1α sequences, the pathogen causing black spot disease on honeysuckle is identified as Stemphylium lycopersici. To our knowledge, this is the first report of S. lycopersici causing black spot of Lonicera japonica in China.
Influence of Solenopsis invicta on local ant communities in sub-suitable areas——an example in Kunming
Gao Shu-tong, Wang Si-ming, Zhang Xiang, Shen Dang, Lu Zhi-xing, Chen You-qing
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230039
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Objective The invasion of Solenopsis invicta has caused serious ecological problems, and temperature is the key factor limiting the invasion and development of S. invicta. This study investigated the ant communities in different habitats in Kunming, Yunnan Province, to reveal the influence of S. invicta on local ant communities in sub-suitable areas. Methods In June and August 2021, based on five habitats in Hongqiao Road and Shalang, Kunming City, Yunnan Province, the ant communities in the different habitats were surveyed by pitfall traps, and the relationship between the local ant communities and the occurrence of S. invicta was analyzed. Results The thinning and prediction curves based on the ant individuals in five habitats were smooth and the sampling was sufficient; A total of 2 748 ants were collected from 5 habitats, belonging to 4 subfamilies, 19 genera and 34 species, of which 1 920 were S. invicta; the individual number of S. invicta collected from eucalyptus forest was the highest (99.2%), followed by wasteland (HW 94.2%, LW 90.7%), and the ecotone between Pinus yunnanensis secondary forest and wasteland had the lowest number of S. invicta collected (44.7%); S. invicta was not collected in P. yunnanensis secondary forest. Only 1 species of native ants was collected in the eucalypt forest, 3 species and 7 species were collected in the wasteland, and 15 species were collected in the ecotone. The species richness and Chao-1 estimate of ants in P. yunnanensis secondary forest and ecotone were significantly higher than those in eucalyptus forest, while the dominance index was significantly lower than that in eucalyptus forest. The similarity of ant community structure in five habitats was significantly different, and the ant community structure in habitats where S. invicta occurred was not similar with that in P. yunnanensis secondary forest; There was no significant correlation between nest density and abundance, local ant abundance and species richness of S. invicta. As the abundance of S. invicta increased, the species richness and abundance of local ants decreased linearly. Conclusion In the sub-suitable area of S. invicta in Kunming, S. invicta mostly occurs in disturbed open habitats, especially in eucalypt forests, but rarely invades habitats with high canopy density; After the invasion of S. invicta, the diversity level of the local ant community decreases significantly and the ant community structure changes; After the invasion of S. invicta, it is necessary for the population to develop to a large scale to show the population quantity advantage, and a small number of local ants can coexist with it during the population development; Reducing the suitable habitats of S. invicta, strengthening the inspection of suitable habitats, and carrying out chemical treatment on medium and large ant nests in time will help reduce the occurrence and development of S. invicta.
Defensive Response of Walnut Fruit Husk to Cydia Pomonella CAO xiaoyan1, YE xiaoqin2, ADIL·Sattar2*
CAO xiaoyan, YE xiaoqin, ADIL•Sattar
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230012
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Objective To Investigate the defensive response to walnut fruit husk after Cydia pomonella infestation. Method UV Spectrophotometry and Microplate Reader were used to analyze nutrient substances, secondary metabolites content, defense enzyme activity and interaction between Cydia pomonella and walnut Result The content of soluble sugar and soluble protein decreased gradually over time after the walnut husk was eaten by C. pomonella. The soluble protein content at 24 h of damage was significantly different from the control (P>0.05); There was a significant difference between the soluble sugar and the control at 48 hours of damage (P>0.05). The contents of secondary metabolites juglone and tannin increased first and then decreased. Among them, the content of juglone quinone reached the highest at 48 h, which was 976.68 µg·g−1 FW, and was 1.44 times that of the control; The tannin content reached a peak at 24 h at 4.11 mg·g−1, which was 1.33 times that of the control; The content of flavonoids showed a gradual upward trend, and the difference was significant compared with the control at 24 h (P>0.05). At 12 h of damage, there was a significant difference in CAT activity compared with the control (P>0.05). At 72 h, the CAT activity peaked at 55.97 U·min−1·g−1, which was 1.45 times that of the control; The POD activity showed a trend of first decreasing and then increasing. At 72 h, the POD activity reached the highest value, which was 1.62 times that of the control; The SOD activity increased firts and then decreased. At 24 h, the SOD activity reached a peak value of 623.69 U·g−1, which was 1.98 times that of the control. Conclusion The walnut fruit husk mainly produces a stress response to the damage of C. pomonella by regulating the changes of nutrients, secondary metabolites and defense enzyme activities in the body, and then plays a defensive role.
Morphometric Studies on Nineteen Species of the Genus Aphaenogaster in China
Duan Jia-huan, Xu Zheng-hui, Zhang Xin-min
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230060
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Objective To explore the application of morphometry in the classification of Formicidae. Methods Factor analysis, principal component analysis and systematic clustering statistical analysis were used to study the morphometric characteristics of 19 species of ants from the genus Aphaenogaster in China. Results The four principal components, including thorax length (MSL), head width (HW), petiole index (LPI) and petiole width (DPW) had high loading values, which could comprehensively reflect the other 14 variables. The scatter plot of the principal components could clearly distinguish 19 species of this genus. The results of cluster analysis showed that the 19 species of the genus Aphaenogaster could cluster into four branches. The first branch is closest to the second branch and the farthest from the fourth. The results were basically consistent with the clustering situation of the scatter diagram of principal components and the classification results of morphological characteristics. Conclusion The research method of morphometry has a good application in the taxonomic study of Formicidae, and has an important application prospect, which can provide a new method for species classification and identification.
Investigation on the Parasitoids in the Gall of the Cynipid Wasp on Quercus variabilis in China
TAN Lin-yan, REN Dian-ting, LONG Cheng-peng, ZHANG Hui-chao, WANG Yi-ping
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230081
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Objective To understand the species and the distribution of parasitoids in the galls of the cynipid wasps on Quercus variabilis in China, an investigation was conducted from 2019 to 2022. The results will lay a foundation for biological control of cynipid wasps. Method The cynipid wasp galls on Q. variabilis were collected through field investigation. The parasitoids in the galls were reared under laboratory conditions, and the specimens were both examined and identified. Result A total of 26 species of parasitoids belonging to 9 families, 17 genera, with 5 new records in China, were identified in the galls from 12 species of cynipid wasps on Q. variabilis in China. Their distribution was introduced. Conclusion This study reports 26 parasitoids species in the galls of cynipid wasps on Q. variabilis, and summarizes their corresponding gall morphology and distribution. In addition, color photographs of galls and parasitoids are acquired.
The Ontogeny and Reproductive Behavior of Agrothereutes minousubae (Hymenoptera: Ichneumonidae)
WANG Yu, TIAN Liang-heng, LI Xin, ZHANG Rui-min, YIN Xin-ming, BAI Su-fen
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230037
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Objective Agrothereutes minousubae Nakanishi (Hymenoptera: Ichneumonidae) is a specific ectoparasitoid which attacks the prepupae and pupae of Pryeria sinica Moore (Lepidoptera: Zygaenidae), an important insect pest of garden plants, causing high mortality of the host species. To make use of this potential biological control agent, it’s critical to study the ontogeny and reproductive characteristics of A. minousubae. Method The ontogeny, reproductive system and reproductive behavior of A. minousubae, which was a new record species in Henan Province, were systematically determined using field collection and indoor rearing at 24 ± 1 ℃. Result It took 48 to 50 hours for the wasp to complete embryonic development. The larvae have 4 instars. The prepupa and pupa stages undergo drastic morphological changes and pigment deposition. The adults had obvious sexual dimorphism, and one generation lasts for 23 to 27 days. A female usually has 9~11 polytrophic ovarioles. There was a pair of testes with long and thin vas deferens in male internal reproductive system. Male wasps exhibited wing fanning and antennal drumming during courtship behavior when exposed to females. Males played a dominant role in mating behavior. Males copulated more than one time while female usually copulated only once in their life time. A female deposited 7 eggs daily, deposited about 20 eggs in its lifetime, and had superparasitism behavior. Conclusion A. minousubae is a synovigenic ectoparasitoid with relatively large egg and strong parasitic ability. This parasitoid has great value of protection and utilization. The study can provide the basis for better protection and utilization of this wasp against P. sinica.
Effects of Trichostatin A on Responses of Sea Buckthorn to Drought and Rehydration and Related Gene Expression
LI Jia-yi, WEI Ji-hua, SONG Ya-ting, CHEN Ning, ZHANG Guo-yun, LUO Hong-mei, LIU Xiang-jie, HE Cai-yun
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230077
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Objective To study the effects of the histone deacetylase inhibitor Trichostatin A (TSA) on the physiological characteristics of leaf morphology, photosynthetic indexes, proline, malondialdehyde and abscisic acid content, synthetic histone deacetylase, abscisic acid and flavonoid-related genes of sea buckthorn cuttings under the conditions of simulated drought and post-drought rehydration of 20% polyethylene glycol. Methods The drought-related physiological indexes of sea buckthorn cuttings were measured, and the gene expression was detected by quantitative real-time PCR. Result TSA-pretreated (1 μmol·L−1) sea buckthorn was enhanced in drought tolerance under equal drought stress. (1) Compared with the drought treatment, the degree of leaf sagging and wilting reduced, the degree of fresh weight decline was smaller, and the degree of plant recovery after rehydration was greater. (2) The net photosynthetic rate, transpiration rate, stomatal conductivity, PSII maximum photochemical efficiency Fv/Fm value, PSII effective photochemical quantum yield Y(II) value and chlorophyll relative content (SPAD) value all significantly increased, and all were adjusted down after rehydration. (3) The content of proline and flavonoids increased significantly, the content of malondialdehyde and abscisic acid decreased significantly, and the trend was the same after rehydration. (4) The expression of histone deacetylase genes HrHDA6 and HrHDA19, abscisic acid synthesis-related genes ABF1 and NAC2 were significantly down-regulated, and the expression of flavonoid synthesis-related genes C4H2 and CHS4 were significantly upregulated, and the trend after rehydration was the same. Conclusion TSA can improve the drought resistance of sea buckthorn by regulating the physiological and gene expression of sea buckthorn cuttings in response to drought stress, and this study lays an important foundation for in-depth analysis of the regulatory mechanism of histone acetylation affecting sea buckthorn drought resistance.
Cloning and Tissue Distribution of Homologous Genes of CD36 Family in Orthosia songi Chen et Zhang (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae)
HUANG Xing-rui, YANG Jie, ZOU Jie, WEN Xi, HU Chuan-hao, ZHANG You-xiang, HUANG Xing-long
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220608
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Objective To reveal the sequence characteristics and expression profiles of CD36 homolog genes, sensory neuron membrane proteins (SNMPs) and class b scavenger receptors (SRb) in Orthosia songi Chen et Zhang. Method Specific primers were used to clone the SNMP and SRb genes. The protein encoded by these genes were constructed by homo-modeling, and the gene expression profiles were determined by quantitative fluorescent real-time PCR. Result Three CD36 homolog genes (OsonSNMP1, OsonSNMP2 and OsonSRb1) were identified from O. songi. The proteins encoded by these genes consisted of two transmembrane domains and an extracellular domain. The extracellular domain contained an antiparallel β-barrel core and a hydrophobic domain near the top. OsonSNMP1 was mainly expressed in the antennae and wings of male and female moth, and the expression level in male antennae was significantly higher than that in other tissues. OsonSNMP2 was discriminatorily expressed in male and female antennae and female wings, and its expression level in female antennae was significantly higher than that in other tissues. OsonSRb1 were specifically expressed in the antennae and mouthparts of male and female. Conclusion The proteins encoded by OsonSNMP1, OsonSNMP2 and OsonSRb1 have similar structures with CD36 receptors in vertebrates. Their expression profiles highly associated with olfactory organs indicate the potential roles in olfactory systems. These results provide experimental data for further study on the olfactory function of CD36 homolog genes in Orthosia songi.
Growth Regularity and Selection of Second-generation Pinus massoniana Family Seedlings under Aluminum Stress
LI Peng, TAN Jianhui, YANG Zhangqi, LUO Qunfeng, LING Jinyan, CHEN Hu, CHEN Zhaoming, JIA Jie
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220560
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Objective Acid-aluminum stress is an important abiotic stress factor limiting plant growth, which seriously restricts the productivity of acid soil forests in southern China. In order to explore the growth variation law under acid aluminum environment of Pinus massoniana seedlings, sselect aluminum-tolerant families and sensitive families adapted to aluminum stress, and provide basis for genetic improvement of Pinus massoniana under aluminum stress. Method The seedlings of 55 second-generation superior families (201 - 255) were used to study the growth and root morphological changes under 0, 0.1, 0.3, 0.6, 1.2 and 2.4 mmol·L−1 aluminum concentration in acidic environment by sand culture of P. massoniana. The aluminum tolerance characteristics were graded by principal component analysis and cluster analysis. The excellent aluminum tolerance, the superior families of the seedlings were sselected and identified. Results There were significant differences in seedling height, ground diameter, height-diameter ratio, biomass (aboveground biomass, root biomass, total biomass, root-shoot ratio), root morphology (total root length, root surface area, root volume) between families and aluminum concentration treatments (p <0.05). The ground diameter, seedling height, biomass and root morphological indexes increased first and then decreased with the increase of aluminum concentration of the seedlings, which was the highest at 0.6 mmol·L−1 aluminum concentration, significantly higher than that of 0 and 2.4 mmol·L−1 treatment. There were no significant differences with 0.3 mmol·L−1 treatment. The coefficient of variation of root biomass and root morphology was large, with an average of 30.79%. Using the above 10 indicators to calculate the comprehensive evaluation value (CEV) and analyze for systematic clustering of aluminum resistance characteristics among families, 3 families with strong aluminum resistance (accounting for 5.45%) and 11 families with moderate aluminum resistance (accounting for 20%) were selected. 37 families (67.28%) with general aluminum tolerance, and 4 families (7.27%) with aluminum sensitivity were evaluated. Conclusion Suitable aluminum concentration can promote the growth, especially at the concentration of 0.3-0.6 mmol·L−1 aluminum. Selecting aluminum-tolerant and sensitive families is of great significance for the improvement of aluminum tolerance of P. massoniana.
Changes of Endogenous Hormone Contents in Seed Development of Osmanthus fragrans ‘Zigengziyin’
ZHU Yong-li, SHEN Yong-bao
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230164
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Objective To investigate the changes in the content of four endogenous hormones in the embryo and endosperm during the development process of Osmanthus fragrans ‘Zigengziyin’ seeds, and to explore the patterns of endogenous hormone changes during this process. Method Osmanthus fragrans ‘Zigengziyin’ seeds were used to measure the contents of endogenous hormones auxin (IAA), gibberellin (GA), zeatin nucleoside (ZR) and abscisic acid (ABA) in embryo and endosperm during different periods in seed development. Result During the development of seeds, GA3 contents in embryo decreased, but the ABA contents in embryo increased. IAA and ZR contents in embryo increased firstly then decreased and increased finally. The Ratio of GA3/ABA also decreased continuously. Both the ratios of IAA/ABA and ZR/ABA decreased firstly then increased. The change in GA3/ABA in the embryo was greater than ythe change in the ratios of IAA/ABA and ZR/ABA. The content of GA3, IAA, and ZR in the endosperm increased during the development, while the content of ABA first decreased, then increased, and remained stable. The ratios of GA3/ABA, IAA/ABA, and ZR/ABA decreased, and the variation amplitude of GA3/ABA ratio in endosperm was greater than that of IAA/ABA and ZR/ABA. Conclusion The dynamic changes in the content of four endogenous hormones in the embryo and endosperm during the seed development process of O. fragrans ‘Zigengziyin’exhibite a certain regularity. The ratio of GA3/ABAin embryo and endosperm both decrease, and the changes are greater than of the changes in IAA/ABA and ZR/ABA. The ratio of GA3/ABA may be the key factor affecting seed development.
Genomic selection of seedling growth traits in a poplar hybrid population
DU Chang-jian, ZHANG Min, ZHOU Xing-lu, ZHANG Lei, HU Jian-jun
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230083
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Objective To study the genomic selection of poplar growth traits and complete early selection. Method The female parent Populus deltoides ‘Danhong’, the male parent Populus simonii ‘Tongliao 1’, and 362 F1 generations were used to determine the growth traits (ground diameter, plant height, and stem biomass) under treatments with fertilization and no fertilization in the field. Three genome-wide selection models, gBLUP, sBLUP, cBLUP, and phenotypic observations of 364 clones were used to predict breeding values for 502 genotypes. Results The stem biomass of ‘Danhong’ increased by 20 times and 32 times compared to ‘Tongliao 1’ under high- and low-nitrogen conditions, respectively. The accuracy of gBLUP prediction for growth traits was close to 1, the accuracy of sBLUP prediction ranged from 0.5 to 0.8, and the accuracy of cBLUP prediction was less than 0.2. The results showed that the gBLUP model predicted the best and the cBLUP predicted the worst. The hybrid population based on yhe breeding values of stem biomass calculated from the gBLUP model could be classified into four types: double high-efficiency type, double low-efficiency type, low nitrogen high-efficiency type, and high nitrogen high-efficiency type. The excellent clones 16-1-16, 16-1-194, 13 - 116,13 - 73, 13-481, 13-268, 13-286, 13-566, 13-173, 13-578, 16-1-65, 13-242, 16-1-189, 13-40, 13-608, 16-1-170, 16-1-22, 13-237, 13-272, and 13-335 were identified. Conclusion There are significant differences in growth phenotypic traits between ‘Danhong’ and ‘Tongliao 1’. The results help us complete the early selection of poplar breeding work, reduce the cost of phenotype determination, and improve breeding efficiency.
Analysis of Potential Evapotranspiration and Crop Coefficient of Vitex negundo L. var. heterophylla (Franch.) Rehd. in the Rocky Mountainous Areas of North China
JIANG Li-ya, ZHANG Jia-xing, CHENG Xiang-fen, GAO Jun, SANG Yu-qiang, ZHANG Jin-song
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220501
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Objective To reveal the variation of potential evapotranspiration and crop coefficient of Vitex negundo L. var. heterophylla (Franch.) Rehd., for providing a basis for water resources management and vegetation construction of semiarid area. Method Based on the lysimeter data, daily meteorological data, leaf area index (LAI) data and growth of new shoot length data from May to October in the year of 2021 in Henan Yellow River Xiaolangdi Earth Key Belt National Field Science Observatory, combined with the Penman-Monteith formula, the trends of potential evapotranspiration (ET0)and crop coefficient of Vitex negundo L. var. heterophylla (Franch.) Rehd. under abundant water conditions in different growth stages and their relationship with physiological growth indexes were analyzed. Result (1) During the growth stage of Vitex negundo L. var. heterophylla (Franch.) Rehd., the ET0 value showed a downward trend. The ET0 value was higher in May and June, and began to decline after July. The total value of ET0 was 630.86 mm, and the daily average value was 3.43 mm·d−1. (2) The potential evapotranspiration during the growth period of Vitex negundo L. var. heterophylla (Franch.) Rehd. showed a parabolic trend. The potential evapotranspiration was the largest at blossom stage, with total value of 336.26 ± 18.19 mm and daily average value of 5.51 ± 0.30 mm·d−1, followed by fruiting stage and leaf unfolding stage, and the lowest value was found at defoliation stage with a total value of 41.57 ± 3.61 mm and a daily average value of 1.98 ± 0.17 mm·d−1, respectively. The total value of potential evapotranspiration during growth stage of Vitex negundo L. var. heterophylla (Franch.) Rehd. was 716.47 ± 40.21 mm, with a daily average value of 3.89 ± 0.22 mm·d−1. (3) LAI and new shoot length increased rapidly in May and June, and then the growth rate slowed down gradually. The maximum value of LAI reached its maximum value (2.93 ± 0.07) in August, then began to decline, and the minimum value was found in October, with the value of 1.63 ± 0.08. The growth of new shoots was the largest in May, 6.85 ± 0.25 cm, and basically stopped growing in October. (4) During the growth stage, the crop coefficient showed a parabolic trend, with the largest fruiting period (1.45 ± 0.22), followed by flowering period (1.25 ± 0.13), leaf spreading period (0.98 ± 0.05) and leaf falling period ( 0.95 ± 0.14) was the smallest, and the average of the whole growth period was 1.28 ± 0.16. There was a significant positive correlation between crop coefficient and LAI (p < 0.01), with the coefficient of determination R2 0.736, and there was no significant correlation between crop coefficient and growth of new shoot length (p > 0.05).
Improvement of Drought Tolerance of PeERF1 Transgenic Populus alba × Populus glandulosa ‘84K’
Ge Xiaolan, Du Jiujun, Zhang Lei, Qu Guanzheng, Hu Jianjun
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220604
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Objective This study amid to analyze the role of PeERF1 gene under drought stress in Populus euphratica, and evaluate the physiological adaptation mechanism of PeERF1 transgenic ‘ 84k’ (Populus alba × Populus glandulosa 84k’) to drought resistance for providing insights into further study of the drought resistance regulation mechanism of this gene in woody plants. Methods The drought (0, 12 and 24 h) treatment simulated with 20% PEG6000 was carried out on P. euphratica to analyze the temporal and spatial expression pattern of the PeERF1. Based on non-transgenic (WT), overexpressing 35S::PeERF1 transgenic plants (PE), and dominantly suppressed 35S::PeERF1-SRDX transgenic plants (SE), WT, PE and SE were treated with different concentrations of PEG-6000 (Control and 20%) to simulate drought stress, and analyzed for growth traits and physiological indicators. Results The results showed that the expression level of PeERF1 gene was the highest in leaves of P. euphratica, followed by stems and roots. Under drought stress treatment, the transgenic plants showed little change in growth traits, chlorophyll content, catalase (CAT), malondialdehyde (MDA) and peroxide dismutase (POD) content between the transgenic plants and the WT under normal conditions. Under 20% PEG6000 treatment, the PE transgenic plants showed better growth status, and higher chlorophyll content, CAT and POD content than WT, and the PE transgenic plants showed lower MDA content than WT, while the SE transgenic plants showed opposite traits. Conclusion Under drought dress, significant changes are found in the growth status, chlorophyll content, catalase, malondialdehyde and peroxidase related physiological indicators of transgenic plants. PeERF1 plays a positive regulatory role on transgenic P. alba × P. glandulosa ‘84k’ in response to drought.
Relationship between Iron Reduction and Phosphorus Transformation in Subtropical Red Soil under Biochar Application
GAO Qian-qian, HUANG Cai-feng, PAN Fang-ying, DU Jing, ZHOU Chui-fan
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220543
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Objective To study the effect of biological carbon on soil iron reduction in Chinese fir plantations under the condition of abundant rainfall and long-term soil water saturation, and analyze the community structure changes of iron-reducing bacteria and phosphorus solving bacteria in soil, for clarifying the influence of biochar on soil iron reduction and its relationship with phosphorus form transformation. Method Based on the red soil of Chinese fir plantations, Chinese fir leaves under the forest were collected and fired to produce 300℃ and 500℃ biochar. Biochar was added at 0, 1% and 3% for 40 days of indoor culture.The basic chemical nutrients of soil were analyzed. The content of different phosphorus forms in soil was determined by the modified Hedley method, and the community structure of soil phosphate solubilizing bacteria and iron reducing bacteria was analyzed by high-throughput sequencing technology. Result The content of soil active phosphorus increased with the increase of the amount of biochar, and most of them were the H2O-Po and NaHCO3-Pi. The content of Residual-P decreased with the increase of biological carbon. The copy number of genes of Fe (III)-reducing bacteria in flooded treatment group was higher than that in non-flooded treatment group, and increased with the increase of biochar firing temperature under the same water condition. The content of ferrous ions in flooded treatment group was much higher than that in non-flooded treatment group, and decreased with the increase of biochar addition. The soil chemical properties such as pH, TC and TP contents in the flooded group were higher than those in the non-flooded treatment group, and increased with the increase of biochar addition amount. The richness of soil phosphorus solubilizing bacteria community increased with increasing firing temperature, and the community structure and diversity of phosphorus solubilizing bacteria also increased with increasing firing temperature. Conclusion The anaerobic conditions promote the reduction of Fe (III). The addition of biochar changes the chemical properties of soil, affects the community structure and diversity of phosphorus solving bacteria and the growth microenvironment of iron reducing bacteria. Under the double action of microorganism and Fe (III) reduction, the conversion of residual phosphorus and sodium hydroxide phosphorus into aqueous phosphorus and sodium bicarbonate phosphorus are promoted, and the availability of soil phosphorus is enhanced. Therefore, in the southern regions with abundant rainfall, the application of biological carbon in Chinese fir plantation can improve the soil nutrient status and provide enough phosphorus for the growth of Chinese fir.
Characteristics of Understory Plant Community of Poplar Plantation in
HU Er-cha, WANG Xiao-jiang, WANG Zheng, LI Zi-hao, HONG Guang-yu, LI Zhuo-fan, YANG Hai-feng, GAO Xiao-wei, ZHAO Xue-jun
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230134
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Objective To study the characteristics of understory plant communities of plantations and their relationship with stand factors, which is of great significance for evaluating the effectiveness of vegetation restoration in sandy areas and managing plantations. Methods In this study, based on the poplar plantation in Mu Us sandy land the understory plant community was investigated. The effects of stand factors such as canopy density and density on understory vegetation were studied. Results The results showed that a total of 32 species of herbaceous plants belonging to 28 genera of 12 families were found in the herbaceous layer under the poplar plantation in the study area,. Among them, Leguminosae, Gramineae and Compositae plants were the most species, accounting for 62.51% of the total plant species. The life forms of understory herbaceous plants were mainly perennial herbaceous plants, accounting for 78.13% of the total species. The plant water ecotypes were mainly xerophytes and mesoxerophytes, accounting for 75.00% of the total species, followed by xeromesophytes and mesophytes. The Margalef richness index, Simpson dominance index, Shannon-Wiener diversity index and Pielou evenness index of understory herb layer ranged from 1.20 to 3.17, 0.48 to 0.88, 0.95 to 2.34 and 0.16 to 0.48, respectively. The species diversity was the highest when the forest age was 32 years. The results of the structural equation model showed that canopy density and stand density were negatively correlated with the coverage of the understory shrub layer. When the plantation canopy density was high, no shrub layer was found under the forest. The increase of canopy density was beneficial to the development of herbaceous layer, and there was a negative effect relationship between stand density and herbaceous layer, which affects the growth of herbaceous plants under the forest. The effect of shrub layer on herbaceous layer was similar to that of tree layer. Conclusion The diversity of understory herbaceous plants in poplar plantations in Mu Us Sandy Land is high, and there are fewer shrub species. The size is obviously affected by stand factors such as canopy density and stand density. Appropriate regulation of stand density and structure will be conducive to the maintenance of understory species diversity and close-to-nature management of poplar plantations in Mu Us Sandy Land.
Population CDS Genetic Diversity and Phylogeography of Populus davidiana
ZHAO Dan-dan, ZHANG Jian-guo, HUI Nan, CHEN Wei-tao, WANG Zhao-shan
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230050
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Objective Based on the REF6 and BRR2a genes, this study aimed to explore the distribution of the genetic diversity, the route of migration and the relationship between population genetic variation and environmental change of different populations of Populus davidiana. Method After obtaining the CDS sequences of REF6 and BRR2a genes, we calculated the molecular diversity index, constructed the haplotype network maps and the phylogenetic trees of the different CDS sequences. Result In the southwestern population, the mean of the three neutral tests for the REF6 and the BRR2a gene were negative, and the nucleotide polymorphisms were lower than those in both the northern and central populations. The result of phylogenetic tree and haplotype network maps showed that the outgroup first clustered with the northern population of P. davidiana. The southwest population tended to gather at the end, and the haplotypes of the two genes were abundant in the north and the central population. The haplotypes in the southwestern population were relatively single. Conclusion P. davidiana migrates from the north to the south. In order to adapt to the climate of Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau, population located in the southwest region experiences strong natural selection, and local adaptation occurs in the southwest populations.
Effects of PagHK3a Gene Knockout on Drought Resistance of Populus alba × P. glandulosa
WU Shu, WANG Zhou, ZHANG Ming-yan, ZHONG Shan-chen, WANG Li, SU Xiao-hua, ZHANG Bing-yu
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230069
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Objective : This study aimed to evaluate the drought resistance of two histidine kinase PagHK3a gene knockout lines of poplar '84k' (Populus alba × P. glandulosa '84k'), and explore the molecular regulatory mechanism of PagHK3a gene in poplar response to drought stress. Method : Plantlets of wild-type (WT) and gene knockout strains (C1 and C2) sub-cultured for 25 days were treated with 5% PEG and the mature leaves of the plantlets were gathered 3 hours later. Quantitative real-time PCR (qPCR) was used to detect the expression levels of PagHK3a gene, PagHK3a downstream related genes, drought stress response genes and antioxidant related genes in leaves of the three lines. Meanwhile, the drought stress treatment was carried out using the potted plants of each line by weighing method with three levels: normal watering greenhouse (soil relative water content: 70%-75%), moderate drought (40%-45%) and severe drought (25%-30%). After four weeks of drought stress treatment, transient photosynthetic parameters, contents of hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) and malondialdehyde (MDA), activities of peroxidase (POD) and superoxide dismutase (SOD), plant height and ground diameter of WT and C1, C2 were measured. Result : Under moderate drought conditions, the height growth of both C1 and C2 lines was significantly higher than that of WT, but under severe drought conditions, the height growth of both lines was not significantly different from that of WT. Analysis of photosynthetic parameters revealed that the stomatal conductance and intercellular carbon dioxide concentration of C1 and C2 were significantly higher than those of WT under moderate drought condition, but only C2 was significantly higher than that of WT under severe drought stress condition. Under moderate drought stress, the instantaneous net photosynthetic rate of C1 was significantly higher than that of WT, and under severe drought stress, the instantaneous net photosynthetic rate of C2 was significantly higher than that of WT. At the same time, the results of biochemical indexes showed that MDA and H2O2 contents in knockout lines C1 and C2 were significantly lower than those in WT under moderate drought stress, but only C2 was significantly lower than that in WT under severe drought stress. Comparative analysis of the antioxidant enzyme activity of each line found that, under normal water supply conditions, the POD enzyme activity of C1 strain and the SOD activity of C2 strain were significantly higher than that of WT. And under moderate drought stress, the two protective enzyme activities of C1 strain were significantly higher than that of the control, while C2 was significantly higher than that of WT only under severe drought stress. In addition, under 5% PEG treatment, the expression levels of histidine kinase gene PagHK3a and its downstream response regulatory proteins PagRR2 and PagRR15 in the leaves of gene knockout lines C1 and C2 were significantly down-regulated compared with those of WT. The expression levels of drought stress response gene PagNAC3 and peroxidase synthesis gene POD1 were significantly up-regulated, while the expression level of superoxide dismutase synthesis gene SOD4 was not significantly different from that of WT. Conclusion : In PagHK3a knockout lines, expression of PagHK3a was down-regulated, expression of its downstream genes PagRR2 and PagRR15 in the cytokinin signaling pathway was also significant down regulated and the expression of stress response gene PagNAC3 and POD synthesis gene POD1 were significantly up regulated; meanwhile the PagHK3a knockout lines had stronger gas exchange ability, lower MDA and H2O2 content and larger plant height growth under moderate drought conditions, therefore had stronger drought stress resistance than WT.
Effects of Thinning and Interplanting on the Tree Growth, Stem-form Quality and Timber Structure of Cunninghamia lanceolata
WANG Shu-ren, GUO Li-na, BAI Yan-feng, ZANG Yi-ming, ZHU Ya-jun, JIANG Chun-qian
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230147
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Objective To analyze the effects of thinning and interplanting measures on the growth traits, spatial use capacity and stand yield for providing a scientific basis for managing Chinese fir plantation. Method The response of Cunninghamia lanceolata stand quality to thinning and interplanting was explored by comparing the pure forest of control treatment (CK: thinning intensity 0%, 1 740 trees left per hectare) with thinned forests (Ⅰ: 47%; Ⅱ: 56%; Ⅲ: 65%) and replanted Phoebe chekiangensis and Sassafras tzumu , and the improvement effect of thinning and interplanting on the growth of Chinese fir was comprehensively evaluated by principal component analysis. Result (1) Thinning and broadleaf trees interplanting promoted tree growth of Chinese fir. Forest had the highest DBH, tree height, individual tree volume, and timber yield under treatment III, which increased by 32.07%, 21.60%, 83.33%, and 6.77% respectively compared to CK (P<0.05) . However, the height-diameter ratio, breast-height form factor, the yield of small strips, small diameter wood, fuelwood and waste wood were lower than CK, with a decrease of 8.64%, 3.70%, 90.88%, 41.47%, 54.50% and 5.71% respectively compared with CK. (2) The space use capacity of Chinese fir plantations changed significantly after thinning and broadleaf trees interplanting. The crown width, crown length, crown ratio, crown shape, canopy surface and canopy volume were all significantly higher than those of CK, with the growth rates of 12.16%~31.00%, 55.58%~61.24%, 30.00%~40.00%, 16.11%~44.94%, 67.17%~95.86%, 84.74%~146.63%. (3) The thinning and interplanting treatments can effectively improve the growth of Chinese fir. The comprehensive score in treatment III (1.186) was the highest, followed by II (1.092), I (0.671), and CK (-0.709). Conclusion If the Chinese fir plantation management is to rapidly improve the growth, treatment III (65% thinning and interplanting broadleaf trees) is the best measure.
Diversity and Structure of Soil Bacterial Communities in Native Broadleaved Plantations and Pinus massoniana Plantation in Southern Subtropical China
TENG Jin-qian, XIAO Zhi-rou, MING An-gang, ZHU Hao, XI Shou-hong, HE Jiang, ZHU Mao-feng, TAO Yi, QIN Lin
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230214
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Objective To explore the characteristics of soil bacterial community diversity and structure with the treatment ofconversion of coniferous into broadleaved plantations. Method The bacterial 16S rRNA gene high-throughput sequencing was performed on samples of the coniferous Pinus massoniana Lamb plantation (PMP) as well as native broadleaved Castanopsis hystrix Miq. plantation (CHP), Mytilaria laosensis Lec. plantation (MLP) and Michelia macclurei Dandy plantation (MMP) in the southern subtropical China collected from the topsoil (0-20 cm)、middle layer(20-40 cm) and subsoil (40-60 cm) under each stand in February 2017. The diversity and structure of soil bacterial community taxonomy and phylogeny after conversion from PMP to native broadleaved plantations were studied. Results The results showed that: (1) The taxonomic and phylogenetic diversity of bacterial communities in topsoil increased significantly after conversion from PMP to MLP and MMP, which mainly caused by the soil water content (SWC). (2) After CHP, MLP and MMP replaced PMP, the taxonomic structure of topsoil bacterial community changed markedly, and only CHP changed significantly in the middle layer, which were limited by soil SWC, total phosphorus (TP), total nitrogen (TN) and carbon-nitrogen ratio (C/N). (3) After the transformation from PMP to native broadleaved plantations, the phylogenetic structure of bacterial community remains clustered in vas soil layers, and environmental filtration was still the main factor regulating community assembly. (4) In the topsoil and middle layer, the taxonomic and phylogenetic turnover rates from PMP to CHP were higher than that from PMP to MLP or MMP, indicating that stability of the soil bacterial community in the CHP stand was poor. Conclusion Overall, considering the diversity and turnover rates of soil bacterial community taxonomy and phylogeny, the stability of the soil bacterial community after converting PMP into MLP or MMP is higher than that after converting to CHP.
Sensitivity of Coryneum populinum Bres. to Five Fungicides
TANG Xiu-li, YANG Jian-min, MENG Zhi-long, SHI Ying
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230126
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Objective On the basis of the optimum mycelial growth temperature investigation of Coryneum populinum Bres, the pathogen was measured for susceptibility to five fungicides. The approach provides a theoretical reference for disease control of poplar gray spot and fungicide acting mechanism against the pathogen. Method The mycelium growth rate method and conidia germination method were used to determine the antibacterial effects of five tested fungicides on C. populinum mycelium growth and conidia germination, and the toxicity regression equation was constructed and the EC50 value was calculated. The morphological changes of mycelia and conidial germination were observed after fungicide treatment. Result The optimum mycelial growing temperature of C. populinum was 20 ℃ with the colony diameter of 4.25cm after 25 days, and the conidial germination rate was 79.00% after 12h on PDA. The mycelial growth and conidial germination were both inhibited at above 30 ℃. The inhibitory effects of the five fungicides on mycelial growth of the pathogen showed the trend of Difenoconazole > Tebuconazole > Carbendazim > Prochloraz > Thiophanate-methyl, with the average EC50 values of 0.0048, 0.024, 0.047, 0.25 and 0.49μg·mL−1, respectively. The virulence of the five fungicides to the pathogen’s conidial germination showed the pattern of Difenoconazole > Prochloraz > Thiophanate-methyl > Carbendazim > Tebuconazole, with the average EC50 values of 85.07, 101.23, 123.28, 254.80 and 327.78μg·mL−1, respectively. The hyphal surface of the pathogen became rough with enlarged branches, and no spore was produced after application of Difenoconazole. The conidial germination became morphologically abnormal with branching and enlargement or no enlagement of germ tubes. Conclusion The fungicide difenoconazole has high virulence to C. populinum, and it shows a potentially effective candidate agent for management of popular grey spot.
Variation Analysis of Fruit Phenotypic Traits and Comprehensive Selection of Individual Plant in F1 Generation of Castanea henryi
FANG Zhou, JIANG Xi-bing, GONG Bang-chu, LAI Jun-sheng, WU Jian, LI Yu
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230024
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Objective To clarify the variation patterns of fruit traits in hybrid offspring of Castanea henryi, and to conduct comprehensive evaluation and selection of excellent individual plants. Method The genetic diversity and variation of 7 shape feature traits and 12 quantitative traits of the fruit phenotype of 143 individual plants of F1 generation of Castanea henryi were analyzed, and all individual plants were comprehensively evaluated by principal component analysis and grey correlation analysis. Result The results showed that the diversity index of 6 shape feature traits such as nut shape in F1 hybrid generation was greater than 0.8, which showed high genetic diversity. Among the 12 quantitative characters, fruit bract mass, total nut weight and single nut weight had a large variation range, and the smallest variation range was the percentage of kernels. The differences of fruit phenotypic characters among single plants were very significant (P < 0.01), which had great selection potential. There were 42 groups of extremely significant correlation (P < 0.01) and 6 groups of significant correlation (P < 0.05) among the 12 fruit quantitative traits, and joint selection could be carried out. The highest comprehensive score of single plant was G-98 through principal component analysis and grey correlation analysis, and 10 excellent single plants including G-98 were selected by these two methods. Conclusion There are rich variations and correlations among various phenotypic traits in the F1 hybrid of Castanea henryi, and the overlap of comprehensive selection results is high. The results lay a foundation for the creation of new germplasm and the breeding of fine new varieties of Castanea henryi.
Changes of Soil Microbial Community along the Altitude Gradient in the Natural Stand of Castanopsis fargesii in the Guoyan Mountain
WANG Yun-xiang, WU Hang-sheng, HE Dong-mei, SU Yi, WANG Zi-yang, PAN Long, LIAO Xiao-li, JIN Shao-fei, ZHENG De-xiang
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230194
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Objective To investigate the changes of soil microbial community along the altitude gradient in the natural stand of Castanopsis fargesii and their correlation with soil physicochemical properties in the Guoyan Mountain for revealing the impact of climate change on soil microbial diversity and community composition and the influencing factors of Castanopsis fargesii under the small-scale elevational gradients in the subtropical region of China. Methods The topsoils of the natural stand of Castanopsis fargesii along an elevation gradient in the Guoyan Mountain Nature Reserve were selected and their physicochemical properties were determined, and Illumina high-throughput sequencing was performed. The correlation analysis and redundancy analysis were used to study the characteristics of soil microbial diversity and community composition and their influencing factors. Results The alpha diversity of soil bacteria did not show a clear elevational pattern, while the alpha diversity of fungi first decreased and then increased along the elevation gradient, which was different from the studies across large-scale elevational gradients. The dominant bacterial phyla were Acidobacteria, Actinobacteria and Proteobacteria; the dominant bacterial genera were norank_f_norank_o_subgroup_2 and norank_f_xanthobacteraceae; the dominant fungal phyla were Basidiomycota and Ascomycota; the dominant fungal genera were Russula and Lactifluus. Our results showed that small-scale elevational gradients did not significantly affect the changes in the dominant microbial phyla and genera. The relative abundance and community composition of the dominant bacterial phyla and genera were closely related to soil pH, total phosphorous and available nitrogen, while soil total phosphorus and available potassium were the most important factors affecting the composition of fungal communities. Soil properties could well predict the changes in soil microbial communities, even on small scale elevational gradients. Conclusion Soil properties and altitude both influence the ecogeographic distribution of soil microorganisms in the Guoyan Mountain Nature Reserve. This study will provide a scientific basis for the study of soil microbial diversity and community composition conservation along small-scale elevation gradients in southern subtropical broad-leaved evergreen forests.
Effects of Different Medium and Hormone Concentration on the Rooting of Eucalyptus urophylla × E. grandis Clones
HUANG An-ying, CHEN Ming-qiu, LIN Yan, LU Wan-hong, WANG Chu-biao, YAN Qing, LUO Jian-zhong
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230061
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Objective To understand the influence of various factors on the rooting rate of Eucalyptus urophylla × E. grandis, by using different types of culture media and different concentrations of hormones treated with four E. urophylla × E. grandis clones and to provide the theoretical support for the rapid propagation and cultivation of E.urophylla × E. grandis. Method In this study, based on the four clones (EC262, EC264, EC269 and EC272) of E.urophylla × E. grandis from the same parents but with different rooting , the experiment with 4 factors and 4 levels having total 16 treatments was designed. Rooting rate, rooting number, average root length, longest root length were investigated on 30 days. the rooting traits were evaluated and the rooting effect of each treatment combination was analyzed using the range analysis method. Results The type and concentration of plant growth regulators, the type of culture medium and the clones all had a significant impact on the rooting effect. The four clones were all able to take root under different treatments. The rooting rates ranged from 7.5% to 55%; average number of roots ranged from 1 to 3.27; average root length ranged from 1.95 to 5.02 cm; average root length ranged from 2.18 to 7.03 cm; and the rooting traits score ranged from 27.78 to 75.75%. In addition, range analysis showed that the root rate and root number, representing the root generation ability in the early rooting stage, were mainly affected by clones, while the average root length, the longest root length and the evaluation of rooting traits representing the quality of the subsequent root system, the role of the medium More than the clones played a more important role. Conclusion In the initial stage of rooting of the four clones of Eucalyptus urophylla × E. grandis, genetic factors are the dominant factor in the rooting differences, while in the subsequent stages of root development, environmental factors have a greater influence than genetic factors. The results of this study can provide theoretical support and technical reference for the optimization of the tissue culture propagation technology system of Eucalyptus and other trees.
Construction of Core Collection and DNA Fingerprinting of Chinese fir Germplasms from Jiangxi based on SSR Markers
LOU Yong-feng, ZHU Ke-fan, SONG Xiao-chen, LENG Chun-hui, CHEN Xing-bin, XIAO Fu-ming
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230163
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Objective To analyze the genetic diversity of the Cunninghamia lanceolata germplasms from Jiangxi Province, the molecular ID of the germplasms was studied for providing theoretical basis and core materials for further research and utilization of the germplasms. Method The genetic diversity of the germplasms was analyzed by SSR markers. A core collection was constructed through the allele number maximization strategy (M strategy). The core collection of the germplasms was assessed by the genetic diversity parameters and their retention ratio. The the core collection was confirmed with t-test and PCoA analysis. Based on the principle of distinguishing the most varieties using the fewest marker, the more effective SSR markers were selected to construct the molecular fingerprints and IDs of core germplasms. Result A total of 122 alleles were detected in the 495 germplasms by 20 SSR markers. The means of Shannon's information index (I), Nei's genetic diversity index (H), observed heterozygosity (Ho), and expected heterozygosity (He) were 0.762, 0.400, 0.394, and 0.400, respectively, which indicated a relatively high genetic diversity of the germplasms. The core collection of the 52 germplasms was constructed by M strategy in Core finder software. 10.5% of the core collection retained 100.0% of the original collection of Na. The retaining ratio of the Na, Ne, I, H, Ho, He and PIC was 100.0%, 107.4%, 115.1%, 109.0%, 104.1%, 110.0% and 111.2%. The t-test analysis suggested that there were no significant differences between the core collection and original collection. This result was further confirmed by the PCoA analysis. Combining with the 4 SSR markers, H97 and H286, CLSSR9 and CLSSR37, the 52 core collections could be identified. And the molecular fingerprints and IDs of core collections were constructed. The molecular IDs were illustrated as barcodes and QR codes. Conclusion There is relatively abundant genetic diversity of C. lanceolata germplasms in Jiangxi. The 52 core collections are representative. The 4 more effective SSR markers mentioned above can identify the 52 core collections of Chinese fir from Jiangxi and can be successfully used for establishing molecular ID codes.
Effect of Pruning on Growth and Knot Free Timber Production of Cunninghamia lanceolata
WANG Jiao, GUAN Xin, HUANG Ke, ZHI Ke-xiang, CHEN Bo-han, DUAN Xuan, YANG Jia-min, ZHANG Wei-dong, CHEN Long-chi, YANG Qing-peng
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230133
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Objective In order to improve the productivity and timber quality of Chinese fir (Cunninghamia lanceolata), a pruning experiment was carried out in a Chinese fir plantation. The impacts of pruning intensity on stem growth and knot free timber production were analyzed, which aims to provide guidance for cultivation of knot free timber. Method In this study, we performed different pruning intensities in 8-year-old Chinese fir plantation, including light intensity pruning (retaining 75% of crown height, LP), heavy intensity pruning (retaining 50% of crown height, HP) and the control (unpruned, CK). The quantity and size of knots were measured by rotary cutting method. The differences of DBH, height, volume and the quantity or size of knot among different treatments were compared after 10 years of pruning. Results Results showed that pruning had no significant effect on DBH, tree height, volume, plumpness, height of the first living branch and quantity of living branches of Chinese fir. Pruning substantially decreased the quantity of knot of self-pruning, so the diameter, length and volume of knot after pruning were lower than self-pruning knots. LP and HP remarkably reduced total diameter of knot per tree by 27.6% and 40.8%, and total length of knot per tree by 26.4% and 32.6%, and total volume of knot per tree by 27.8% and 45.0%, respectively. Moreover, compared with the knotted wood, the density of knot free timber was significantly decreased, and the compressive strength and bending strength were increased significantly. Conclusion It is appropriate to take pruning measures in Chinese fir silviculture plantations, which can not only effectively reduce quantity and volume of knot, and improve the appearance grade and knot free timber , but also maintain the tree growth and stand volume.
Response of Radial Growth of Different Provenances to Climate Change: A Review
WANG Hong, DUAN Ai-guo, ZHANG Jian-guo
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220565
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Geographical variation of tree species population is the basis of tree selection and breeding. It is of great significance to study the climate sensitivity of radial growth of different provenances for seed allocation and selection of superior provenances. This paper reviews the long-term and short-term responses of radial growth of different provenances to climate change, suggesting that the response characteristics to climate change vary among different provenances. The response of radial growth of different provenances to climate change can be used to guide provenance selection in the future climate. However, there is still a lack of research on the response of different provenances to climate change, and the response of provenance growth to climate change needs to be further studied. Using the method of dendroclimatology to explore the response of radial growth of different provenances to climate change can effectively promote forest cultivation management and guide the selection of productive and adaptable seed sources for reforestation.
Effects of Precipitation Gradient on Ecological Stoichiometric Characteristics in Root-Stem-Leaf of Ammopiptanthus mongolicus in Arid Region
DONG Xue, HAI Lu, HAN Chun-xia, Pang Jia-cheng, LI Shuai, Wang Dan-yang, HUANG Ya-ru, LU Qi
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220545
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Objective Water is an important factor limiting the growth and survival of plants in arid areas. The effects of precipitation changes on the desert Phytochemistry metrological characteristics, and the distribution of C, N, P and K elements in various plant organs are explored. Method Based on the second-class of rare-endangered plants in China, Ammopiptanthus mongolicus, the only evergreen broad-leaved shrub in desert area, this paper analyzed the ecological stoichiometric characteristics of roots, stems and leaves of A. mongolicus under different precipitation gradients. Results The results showed that the C content in the leaves was the most, followed by stems and roots, the nutrient contents of N、P and K in the leaves were also the most, followed by the roots and stems. The enrichment of the three nutrient elements N, P and K in the leaves could improve the photosynthetic rate of A. mongolicus and provide enough material support for plant growth and reproduction, reflecting the resource allocation pattern and plant growth strategy. Along the natural precipitation gradient, the roots, stems and leaves of A. mongolicus mainly showed a synergetic relationship. The content of N and P in each organ showed an upward trend with the increase of precipitation, while K showed a downward trend. A. mongolicus responded to the drought stress environment by increasing the content of K in each organ and reducing the content of N and P, indicating that there is an ecological strategy of simultaneous investment between the roots, stems and leaves of A. mongolicus. The ratio of N: P in each organ was relatively stable among different precipitation gradients. A. mongolicus counteracts the changes of element content with the environment by coordinating nutrient conservation strategies in a conservative way. The nutrient synergy between organs was much higher than that within organs. The N:P ratios of organs were all greater than 16, indicating that the growth of A. mongolicus was mainly limited by P. Conclusion The stoichiometric characteristics of N, P, K in each organ have the same trend along the rainfall gradient, but show significant differences among different organs. The flexibility of stoichiometry is an important way to achieve plant self-regulation, which helps plants maintain their normal life activities under different environmental conditions.
Establishment of a Visual Detection System for Melampsora medusae and Melampsora larici-populina
LAN Yan, NONG Hua-ping, PENG Zi-jia, LU Ying, LI Kun-peng, XU Yong, YU Zhong-dong
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220420
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Objective To achieve the rapid and effective identification and identification of M. medusae and M. larici-populina. Methods In this study, several sets of primers for loop-mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP) were designed based on the 28S ribosomal DNA gene of two rust fungi. The putative primers selected from experiments were employed for LAMP reactions, and for the specific detection with the controls of genomic DNA from M. medusae, M. larici-populina, Sawadaia tulasnei, Erysiphe paeoniae, Gymnosporangium asiaticum, Morchella esculenta and Flammulina velutipes. The initial LAMP reaction system was established firstly and then the reaction system components and reaction conditions were further optimized. Hydroxynaphthol blue dye (HNB) was supplied into the reaction system to realize visual detection. Finally the sensitivity of the detection system was determined by the lowest DNA substrate. Results The results showed that the selected primers had specificity-species. The optimal Mg2 + concentration in the 25 μL LAMP detection system for M. medusae was 6 mmol·L−1, the optimal internal and external primer ratio was 8:1, and the optimal dNTPs concentration was 1.2 mmol·L−1. Meanwhile, the correspondent case for M. larici-populina was 4 mmol·L−1, 6:1 and 1 mmol·L−1. And all reaction products could be clearly detected with 160 μM hydroxynaphthol blue dying(HNB). The two rusts detection system can be visually determined at 61 ℃ for 30 min and 40 min, respectively, each corresponding to the lowest DNA substrate concentration of 34 fg/μL and 60 fg/μL. Conclusion Through establishing a visual LAMP-HNB detection system, M. medusae and M. larici-populina can be identified and differentiated by the LAMP technology. This study provides a technological support in practice for rapid detection of the important poplar rust diseases.
Effect of Phosphorus Content in Xiangxi River on the Migration and Transformation of Lead and Cadmium in Fluctuation Zone Soil
LIU Qi, XI Ying, LUO Yu-hong, YUAN Xi, ZHANG Jiu-hong, ZHANG Jun, HUANG Ying-ping, LIU Hui-gang
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220541
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Objective To clarity the impact of phosphorus content in water on the migration and transformation of heavy metals in the soil of the alternating dry-wet fluctuation zone is of great significance for the prevention and control of heavy metals in the soil of the Three Gorges Reservoir area. Method In this paper, 6 sampling points in Xiangxi River reservoir bay, including fluctuation zone and upper edge soil were selected to collect samples. Soil and water samples were monitored for 4 quarters (June 2020 to March 2021) with water phosphorus and soil heavy metals Pb and Cd. In the indoor dry-wet alternation simulation test, 6 phosphorus additions were set up according to the range of phosphorus concentration in Xiangxi River and with the soil of its fluctuation zone. And soil water volume ratio was 1:2. Result The results showed that total phosphorus in Xiangxi River water was significantly positively correlated with Pb (P<0.05). Effective Pb was significantly positively correlated with effective Cd (P<0.01). The total phosphorus content in the water increased significantly (P<0.05) with increasing dry-wet alternation times. The total phosphorus content of soil in the flooding period was higher than that in the drying period when added concentration of phosphorus was lower than 0.2 mg·L−1 during the second flooding and drying period. Pb and Cd in the soil showed a transition trend from a highly mobile exchangeable state to a weakly mobile residual state; adding low concentrations of phosphorus (0.05 mg·L−1), the soil Pb content decreased significantly (P<0.05), and the soil Cd content increased with the increase of water phosphorus concentration (P<0.05), especially the form change of Cd was more significant and related to the water phosphorus content. Conclusion There is a migration and transformation of phosphorus between water and soil in the process of dry wet alternation. Phosphorus in the water promote the migration of Pb from soil to water, while inhibiting the migration of Cd from soil to water.
Effects of Boron on the Growth and Development of Acacia melanoxylon R.Br. seedlings
CHEN Zhao-li, BAI Xiao-gang, LI Xiang-yang, ZENG Bing-shan, HU Bing
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230175
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Objective To study the changes of growth indicators, physiological and biochemical characteristics, and nutrient element content of Acacia melanoxylon R.Br. under different boron content, and reveal the response mode of A.melanoxylon to boron stress environment. Method The A.melanoxylon clone SR17 1-month-old seedlings were cultured with nutrient solution containing 0 , 0.1, 1, and 2 mmol·L−1 boric acid for 2 months. The changes in the physiological and biochemical indexes, such as growth index, chlorophyll content, physiologically active substances content, oxidoreductase activity, and nutrient element content, were determined under each culture condition. Based on principal component and subordinate function analysis, the contribution rate of each index for A.melanoxylon response to different contribution boron content was comprehensively evaluated, and the stress degree of A.melanoxylon seedlings with different boron supply levels was compared. Result The results showed that 0, 1, and 2 mmol·L−1 boron supply inhibited the increase of plant height and root length, reduced the aboveground chlorophyll content, and caused leaf degreenization, yellowing, and even abruption phenotypes. 0 mM boron made the primary and lateral roots white and thickened, 1 and 2 mmol·L−1 boron made the roots brown. The dosages of 0 , 1, and 2 mmol·L−1 boron reduced the content of ascorbic acid (AsA) and caused an oxidation reaction. The contents of malondialdehyde (MDA) and proline (Pro) were increased, leading to increased lipid oxidation levels and osmotic stress. It increased the activities of superoxide dismutase (SOD), peroxidase (POD), catalase (CAT), lipoxygenase (LOX), and phenylalanine ammonlyase (PAL) in vivo, leading to the accumulation and removal of oxygen-free radicals and hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) as well as the synthesis of secondary metabolites. The increases of boron content of A.melanoxylon promoted the increase of phosphorus and potassium content, and the calcium content was the highest under 0.1 mmol·L−1 boron supply. Through principal component and subordinate function analysis, fourteen indexes, including potassium content, leaf number increase, plant height increase, LOX activity, AsA content, calcium content, boron content, POD activity, Pro content, SOD activity, root length increase, protein concentration, PAL activity, and chlorophyll b content, could be used as the main indexes of A.melanoxylon growth and development response to boron stress. Conclusion A.melanoxylon seedlings grow better under 0.1mmol·L−1 boron supply, and their growth indicators, physiological and biochemical characteristics, and nutrient element content are significantly different under different boron supply conditions. A.melanoxylon responds to boron stress by regulating plant phenotype, the content of physiologically active substances, oxidoreductase activity, and nutrient element content.
Identification of the Pathogen causing Leaf spot of Cinnamomum camphora, Mycelial Growth rate, and Its Fungicide Selection
MA Wan-li, LIU Lu, TANG Zi-xuan, LIU Zhuo, ZHONG Ji-zhi, YIN Fu-qiang, LIU Ming
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220585
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: Objective To Identify the pathogen causing leaf spot of Cinnamomum camphora in Wanzhou District, clarify the characteristics of mycelium growth, and select fungicides that effectively inhibit the pathogen for providing a theoretical basis for prevention and control of leaf spot disease. Method The pathogen was isolated and purified by the tissue separation method, and the pathogenicity was tested by Koch's method. Pathogens were identified based on morphological characteristics and multilogues phylogenetic analysis combined with ITS, tub2, GAPDH, and ApMat genes; The hyphae growth rate method was used to study the characteristics of mycelium growth, and the fungicides were selected. Result The isolated strains were grayish and the edge was white when the mycelium was cultured on PDA medium for 3 days. The orange conidiomata appeared in the late. The conidia were long oval, blunt round at both ends, transparent and colorless were independent cells. The measured spore size was (9.8~18.6) μm × (4.2~6.0) μm; Pathogenicity of strain ZT-1 was tested by two methods, both of which could cause the leaf spot disease of C. camphora leaves; The representative strains ZT-1 and ZT-5 clustered with Colletotrichum gloeosporioides, and the reliability was 100%; The optimum growth temperature of the pathogen was 28 ℃; The optimum pH value was 6.0; Potato Dextrose Agar medium was beneficial to mycelial growth; The optimum carbon and nitrogen sources were glucose and glycine; The optimum lighting condition was total darkness. Among the five chemical and biological fungicides, 15% triadimefon WP and 1% osthol EW were highly toxic and the inhibition effect of C. gloeosporioides was obvious. Their EC50 values were less than 10 μg · mL−1. Conclusion C. gloeosporioides is the pathogen causing anthracnose on C. camphora in Wanzhou District and 15% triadimefon WP can be used as a fungicide for control.
Soil Nutrient Characteristics and Fertility Evaluation of Carya dabieshanensis Forest Land
YAO Yi-han, DAI Ying-chao, WANG Wei-guo, ZHU Xian-fu, CHEN Tao-mei, ZHOU Xin-yang, XIA Guo-hua
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230122
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:[ Objective ] To explore the soil fertility of forest land in the main production area of Carya dabieshanensis, and provide basis for soil management and scientific fertilization of forest land of C. dabieshanensis. [ Method ] 88 soil samples were collected from the main producing areas of C. dabieshanensis in Jinzhai County, Huoshan County and Luotian County. According to the indicators of pH, organic matter, Total N, Toal P, Total K, Available N, Available P and Available K, the soil fertility was evaluated by fuzzy comprehensive evaluation method, and its content and variation were analyzed. [ Results ] The average soil pH value of Carya dabieshanensis was 5.19; The contents of soil organic matter, Total P, Available N and Available P were generally rich, with an average of 53.11 g·kg−1, 0.99 g·kg−1, 179.41 mg·kg−1 and 21.30 mg·kg−1, respectively. The average value of Total N was 1.02 g·kg−1, at a medium content level. The contents of soil Total K and Available K were relatively deficient, with an average of 8.24 g·kg−1 and 71.52 mg·kg−1. The average value of comprehensive index of soil fertility (IFI) of C. dabieshanensis was 0.61. Both Grade II and III soils accounted for 50.00%. Principal component analysis showed that organic matter, Available N, Total P, Available P, pH and Total K were the most important factors affecting soil comprehensive fertility. [ Conclusion ] The comprehensive soil fertility of forest land in C. dabieshanensis is generally high. The contents of organic matter, Available N and phosphorus are rich, the pH value is acidic, and potassium is deficient. Soil management should improve the soil to increase the pH value, increase potassium fertilizer, maintain phosphorus fertilizer and reduce the use of nitrogen fertilizer.
Relationships between Crown Structure and Crowding in Quercus mongolica Forest of Xiaolong Mountains under Different Stand Densities
JIANG Meng-duo, MA Ying-dong, JIANG Rui, LI Ping-ying, BAO Yong-ping
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230140
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Objective This study explores the relationships between stand density, crown structure and crowding, in order to deeply clarify the structural characteristics of Quercus mongolica secondary forest for providing sufficient scientific basis for sustainable forest management in the future. Method In August 2020,typical plots with similar site conditions and different stand densities were selected from the secondary mixed forest of Quercus Mongolicus in Xiaolong Mountains to analyze the relationship between crown structure and crowding under different stand densities by using Pearson correlation analysis and structural equation model. Result There were differences in the crown structure characteristics of Quercus mongolicus forest with different stand densities. The variation in crown volume was the strongest, followed by crown length and crown area. The variation in crown width, crown length ratio and crown shape ratio was the weakest. The variation trend in crown structure characteristics showed a unimodal distribution with changes in stand density. With the decrease of stand density, the correlation trends of crown width, crown area and crown volume with DBH were similar to "L" pattern, while the correlation between crown length and DBH were consistent with the change in stand density, and the effects of stand density on the correlation between crown length rate, crown shape rate and DBH was not significant. The crowding of the Quercus mongolica forest ranged from medium dense to very dense, but the crowding in different density stands was different. The dominant species of Quercus mongolica, Betula platyphylla, Pinus armandii and Tilia tuan dominated the crowding. The influence of stand density on the relationship between crown structure and crowding in Quercus mongolicus forest could be divided into two ways: forest competition - indirect effects mediated by crown structure; The indirect impact mediated by forest competition, diameter at breast height, and crown structure. Conclusion The crown structures of Quercus mongolica forest vary with different stand densities. Crown structure is related to the DBH. The relationship between crown structure and crowding of Quercus mongolicus forest is finally affected by stand density. In order to achieve sustainable management of the Quercus mongolicus secondary forest, we should not only consider the DBH, but also pay attention to the characteristics of the crown structure. By adjusting stand density, we can optimize the crown structure and improve the crowding state to promote forest regeneration and increase species diversity.
Cloning and Functional Analysis of PheMYB2R-4 in Phyllostachys edulis
Qin Zi-lu, He Wei, Wang Yu-fang, Wu Min
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230026
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Objective The role of MYB transcription factor family in the drought stress response of Phyllostachys edulis was analyzed to provide candidate genes for stress resistance improvement and molecular breeding of moso bamboo. Method In this study, the gene sequence of PheMYB2R-4 was obtained from the genome database of Phyllostachys edulis, and the molecular characteristics of PheMYB2R-4 was analyzed by subcellular localization and transcriptional activity experiments. The function of PheMYB2R-4 was confirmed by qRT-PCR, phenotype analysis of transgenic Arabidopsis thaliana and determination of stress-related physiological and biochemical indicators. Result PheMYB2R-4 encoded a protein with 305 amino acids, which had a conservative R2R3 domain in its N-terminal region and belonged to the R2R3-MYB subfamily. The expression of PheMYB2R-4 gene was significantly induced by drought and salt. PheMYB2R-4 was a nuclear localization protein and had transcriptional self-activation activity. The overexpression of PheMYB2R-4 increased the relative water content of Arabidopsis thaliana leaves under drought stress and decreased the relative conductivity and the accumulation of malondialdehyde, indicating that the overexpression of PheMYB2R-4 enhanced the drought tolerance of transgenic Arabidopsis thaliana by improving its water retention capacity and reducing oxidative damage. At the same time, under drought stress, AtRD22, AtRD29A, AtDREB2A and AtLEA were all up-regulated. Conclusion PheMYB2R-4 has a positive regulatory role in the response to drought stress, which can improve the drought tolerance of plants and enhance the expression of drought response genes.
Investigation and Analysis on Host Species and Their Resistance Substances to Bacterial Bark Canker of Populus × euramericana
LI Yong, CHANG Ju-pu, GUO Li-min, SUN Shang, YANG Xu-qi, PIAO Chun-gen
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Objective To investigate and analyze the host species of bacterial canker of Populus × euramericana, the disease-resistant varieties and the possible disease-resistant substances they contain. Method The host of the pathogen and the resistant varieties were determined by field investigation and inoculation tests. The content of active substances in the bark of disease-resistant and susceptible varieties was analyzed by HPLC. Result The hosts of bacterial pathogen of P. × euramericana canker are P. deltoides, P. × euramericana and Salix matsudana. P. × euramericana cl. 'Zhonglin 46', P. deltoides cl. '2025', P. × euramericana cv. '2001', P. deltoides cl '313', P. deltoides 'Zhonghe-1' and P. deltoides '16-09' were highly susceptible to the bark canker disease; P. × euramericana 'Yukang 1' and P. deltoides '16-10' were highly resistant varieties, P. deltoides '131', P. deltoides '03-59', P. deltoides '02-212' and P. deltoides '03-34' were resistant varieties. Hybrid willows and Salix babylonica are resistant to the pathogen, and Salix × aureo-pendula can be affected, but do not cause serious disease. The HPLC analysis showed that the contents of catechol, benzoic acid and chlorogenic acid in the bark of resistant and highly susceptible poplar varieties were significantly different. The catechol and catechin increased when the hosts were infected by Lonsdalea populi. Conclusion In this study, the host species of bacterial canker of P. × euramericana are determined, and resistant and highly susceptible poplar varieties are screened. It is showed the catechol and catechin are important compound for host to defense the pathogen infection. The results will be helpful to the control of the bacterial disease of poplar.
Effects of Castanopsis kawakamii Forest Litter on Seed Germination of Pinus massoniana
JIA Mei-hua, WANG Zhe, LIU Jin-fu, JIN Meng-ran, HE Zhong-sheng, XING Cong, SHI You-wen, SHEN Cai-xia
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Objective To understand the effect of litter of Castanopsis kawakamii natural forest on the competitive intensity of regeneration of Pinus massoniana. Method The allelopathic effects of litter extract of natural forest with different concentration and decomposition degree on seed germination and radicle growth of P. massoniana were studied. Result (1) The main factor affecting the germination of P. massoniana seeds was the degree of litter decomposition. Compared with the blank control, the litter of undecomposed layer and fully decomposed layer had no significant effect on the germination of P. massoniana seeds; the semi-decomposed layer inhibited the germination rate and germination index and promoted the germination potential. (2) The main factors affecting the growth of radicle were the concentration and action time of litter extract, and the effect of undecomposed layer on the whole radicle growth period of P. massoniana seeds was enhanced with the decrease of concentration, but increased with the decrease of concentration, and the promoting effect was the strongest at the concentration of 1 ≤ 100, and the effect of semi-decomposition layer was promoted by low concentration and high concentration, and the intermediate concentration was inhibited by the undecomposed layer. The fully decomposition layer showed promoting effect as a whole, and the promoting effect decreased with the decrease of concentration. (3) Correspondence analysis showed that different decomposition degree-concentration had no significant effect on seed germination of P. massoniana, but had significant correlation with radicle growth. Conclusion The result proves that the litter extract of different decomposition degree has a weak promoting or inhibiting effect on the seed germination of P. massoniana, promotes the growth of radicle at low concentration, and promotes the regeneration of P. massoniana, which will intensify the interspecific competition in the forest, and lead to the inhibition of the natural regeneration of C. kawakamii.
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Effects of Harvesting Methods on Primary and Net N Transformation Rates in Forest Soils
LANG Man, NIE Hao, LI Ping
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220542
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Objective To explore the nitrogen release and conservation capacity of forest soil under different harvesting methods, and reveal the impact of harvesting methods on forest soil N nutrient cycle. Method A laboratory incubation experiment was conducted to study the effects of selective cutting and clear cutting on primary and net N transformation rates in broad-leaved mixed forest soil in cold temperate zone, using 15N paired isotope labeling technique and FLUAZ numeric model. Result In the reserved belt without any cutting, soil gross N mineralization, net N mineralization, gross N immobilization, gross nitrification, and net nitrification rates were 4.16, 1.86, 2.32, 0.368, and 0.343 mg∙kg−1∙d−1, respectively. In comparison with the treatment of reserved belt, soil primary N mineralization rates of the selective cutting and clear cutting treatments significantly decreased by 32.2% and 61.8%, respectively, soil net N mineralization rates significantly decreased by 43.1% and 61.5%, respectively, and soil gross N immobilization rates significantly decreased by 23.3% and 63.4%. Selective cutting had no significant effects on primary and net nitrification rates in soil, while clear cutting significantly decreased soil gross and net nitrification rates by 23.6% and 33.3%, respectively. The correlation analysis indicated that soil organic C and water soluble organic C were the main factors influencing primary and net N mineralization and immobilization rates in soil, and pH was the main factor influencing primary and net nitrification rates in soil. Conclusion Our results indicate that the decrease of primary ammonium immobilization rate is greater than that of gross nitrification rate after clear cutting, leading to the significant increase of ratio of gn/ia and NO3/NH4+ in soil, which increases the risk of NO3 leaching. However, the ratio of gn/ia and NO3/NH4+ in soil under selective cutting is not significantly different from that of the reserved belt, which is a desirable way of forest harvesting.
Establishment of Plant Regeneration System from Internodes of Betula alnoides
WANG Huan, GUO Jun-jie, WANG Chun-sheng, YIN Hai-feng, ZENG Jie
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230159
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Objective To explore the optimal media components at stages for callus induction, adventitious bud differentiation, rooting induction of indirect organogenesis, a high-frequency regeneration system of Betula alnoides was established for providing theoretical evidence and technical support for genetic transformation and multiplication of elite cultivars of this species. Methods The internode stem segment of Betula alnoides TC2 clone was used to conduct callus induction, adventitious bud differentiation and rooting medium screening experiments, and the pre-culture conditions were optimized, revealing the fundamentals of callus induction stage. The effects of basic media, application of hormones, and dark culture at callus induction stage, hormone combination at adventitious bud differentiation stage, and preculture conditions on adventitious bud differentiation were assessed. Results (1) The suitable conditions for preculture were: 15 days under low illumination (1 000 lx), then 7 days in dark and 8 days under normal illumination (2 000 lx), and properly yellowing plantlets could be obtained under these conditions with the mean height and internode length reaching 6.57 cm and 3.07 cm, respectively; (2) The medium suitable for callus induction of internodes was WPB5 + 1.0 mg·L−1 TDZ + 0.2 mg·L−1 NAA + 20 sucrose + 5.8 g·L−1Agar (pH5.8) for the callus induction, and the optimal dark culture time was 15 days; (3) The medium suitable for callus differentiation was WPM + 0.8 mg·L−1 6-BA + 0.5 mg·L−1 GA3 + 30 sucrose + 5.8 g·L−1Agar (pH5.8); (4) Using the above optimal scheme, the differentiation rate and net proliferation coefficient of the internode segments were 88.89% and more than 6.2, respectively, and 56.8 adventitious buds were obtained eventually per preculture plantlet on average; and (5) The reasonable rooting medium was the Wood Plant Medium supplemented with 0.2 mg·L−1 NAA + 20 g·L−1 sucrose, and the rooting rate could reach 100% after 30 days. Conclusion A high-frequency regeneration system of B. alnoides is completely established with high stability and good repeatability in the study. It can not only has a high callus differentiation rate and proliferation coefficient, but also improves the efficiency of internode production. The findings can provide a technical support for tissue culture and future genetic improvement through genetic engineering of B. alnoides.
Dynamics and Stability of Biomass of Coniferous and Broad-leaved Mixed Forests in Northeast China
JIA Bo, WANG Xin-jie
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230072
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Objective To explore the driving factors of the dynamic processes of aboveground biomass of mixed forests in Northeast China for accurately understanding the forest services and functions. Methods Based on 110 fixed plots in Jingouling Forest Farm in Northeast China, forest dynamics processes from 1987 to 2017 were described. Piecewise structural equation models were used to assess the impact of forest structure, climate, topography and diversity on the dynamic processes (growth, recruitment and mortality) of biomass, and the effects of dynamic processes on stability were further explored. Result The results showed that the growth of biomass was positively affected by stand basal area (β=0.562), altitude(β=0.853), and mean annual temperature (β=0.820), and negatively correlated with the Gini coefficient of diameter at breast height (β=−0.274). The increment of tree recruitment was positively associated with altitude (β=0.913), mean annual temperature (β=0.944), and negatively related to the coefficient of variation of diameter at breast height (β=-0.233). The biomass loss was only significantly positively correlated with the stand basal area (β=0.467). In addition, this study also found that mortality was the most important factor affecting the biomass stability. Conclusion In general, altitude and MAT plays an important role in the biomass change. We should pay more attention to the situation of dead trees in the future for forest management.
Estimation and Uncertainty Analysis of Aboveground Carbon Storage of Pinus densata based on Random Forests and Monte Carlo
CAO Jun, ZHANG Jia-long, XIAO Qing-lin, WANG Fei-ping, HAN Xue-lian, HUANG Yi-jie
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220603
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Objective To study the model uncertainty induced by different types of variables on carbon storage estimation. Method Taking as the research object, Random forest joint Monte Carlo (RF-MC) was used to establish a carbon storage regression model of Shangri-La Pinus densata based on different variable combinations to determine the uncertainty of each model. Result (1) Spectral and plot data directly contributed to the estimation accuracy and uncertainty of the RF-MC model. (2) The model prediction introducing texture features was better than introducing DEM. (3) The RF-MC model that introduced both DEM and texture features performed the best (R2=0.892, RMSE=5.539 t·hm², MAE = 4.319 t·hm², rRMSE=18.7%). The model fit improved by 0.343 and the uncertainty of the model decreased by 19.43%. Conclusion The RF-MC method based on multiple characteristics performs well on carbon storage estimation. Different types of variables have certain impact on the accuracy and uncertainty of carbon storage estimation.
Effects of Desiccation on Anatomical Structure of Somatic Embryo and Expression of Cell Wall Remodelin g Gene of Picea asperata
LING Juan-juan, HU Ji-wen, WANG Jun-hui, AN San-ping, WANG Li-fang, XU Na, ZHU Tian-qing
 doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230157
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Objective To explore the effects of desiccation on the anatomical structure of somatic embryo of Picea asperata, identify the key genes that lead to the changes in anatomical structure, and preliminarily explore the reasons why desiccation promotes somatic embryo germination. Method The high embryonic cell line of Picea asperata was used to induce somatic embryogenesis. The phenotypic observation and germination rate of somatic embryos were determined after desiccation treatment for different time. Ultra depth of field microscope, scanning electron microscope and transmission electron microscope were used to observe the differences of tissue and cell structure and morphology between desiccated somatic embryos and non-desiccated somatic embryos, and transcriptome sequencing was combined to analyze the changes of gene expression between desiccated and non-desiccated somatic embryos. Results The somatic embryo morphology of spruce was significantly changed after desiccation. The radicle turned red and the cotyledon turned green after desiccation. Microscopic observation showed that the cells of the desiccated somatic embryo were shrunken and irregularly distributed. At high magnification, the cell wall was no longer rigid, showing a relaxed and twisted state. Transcriptome analysis found that several transcripts of XTHs, EXPAs and PMEs involved in cell wall remodeling and affecting the mechanical properties of cell walls were significantly differentially expressed between desiccated and non-desiccated somatic embryos, and their expressions were mostly up-regulated, which was consistent with the results of microscopic observation on the morphological changes of desiccated somatic embryos. These genes may synergically regulate the process of desiccation and affect the germination of somatic embryos. Conclusion The differential expression of cell wall remodeling genes during desiccation leads to the relaxation of somatic embryo cell wall, the disappearance of rigid structure, and the release of cell differentiation and growth restrictions, which is a potential reason for desiccation to promote somatic embryo germination.
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Response of Different Rootstocks and Resistant Resin Components of Pinus massoniana to Pine Wood Nematode
LI Wen-hua, LIU Qing-hua, ZHOU Zhi-chun, GAO Kai, Luo Ding-hui
2023, 36(4): 1-11.   doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220419
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Objective By inoculating Pinus massoniana Lamb. with pine wood nematode, the changes of pine resin components before and after inoculation were analyzed, so as to provide a theoretical basis for the study of resistance of P. massoniana to pine wood nematode disease. Method The experimental material were 5-year-old clones of P. massoniana in Linhai City, Zhejiang Province. We extracted the pine resin components of P. massoniana rootstocks and P. elliottii rootstocks, highly resistant and susceptible P. massoniana inoculated with pine wood nematode for 1, 7 and 15 days and also analyzed the content and dynamic changes of each pine resin component. The effective terpenes were used to treat pine wood nematode. Then we analyzed the survival rate of pine wood nematodes. Result The results showed that 19 oleoresin terpenoids were Identified. The abundant terpenoids were α-pinene, β-pinene, carylene, pimaric acid, sandaracopimaric acid, palustric acid/levopimaric acid, dehydroabietic acid, neoabietic acid and abietic acid. In the rootstock of P. massoniana, the content of β-myrcene was significantly higher than that of P. elliottii rootstock 1day after inoculating with pine wood nematode(p<0.05); the contents of the above components had no significant difference among different rootstocks after inoculating with pine wood nematode 7 days and 15 days. The contents of α-pinene, β-pinene, β-laurene, limonene, borneol, longifolene, α-caryophyllene, trans-β-farnesene and neoabietic acid in different resistant P. massoniana changed differently after inoculation with pine wood nematode. In the high resistance P. massoniana, the contents of α-pinene and β-pinene were significantly higher than those of susceptible P. massoniana 1 day after inoculating with pine wood nematode(p<0.05); In the high resistance P. massoniana, the content of α-pinene, β-pinene, limonene and longifolene were significantly higher than those of susceptible P. massoniana 7 days after inoculating with pine wood nematode(p<0.05); The situation was the same when pine wood nematode was inoculated for 15 days as when pine wood nematode was inoculated for 7 days. The result of gradient concentration test of the above terpenoids showed that: when the concentration of α-pinene was 150 mg·g−1 for 0.5 h, the survival rate of pine wood nematode was 20%. Different concentrations of β-pinene solution had the same inhibitory effect on pine wood nematode, and the survival rate reached about 50% when treated for 0.5h. When limonene solution concentration was 10mg·g−1 for 0.5 h, the survival rate of inhibited pine wood nematode was almost zero. When the concentration of longifolene was 10mg·g−1 for 0.5 h, the survival rate of pine wood nematode was 18%. Conclusion There are no obvious relationships between different rootstocks and resistance to P. massoniana. There are significant differences in α-pinene, β-pinene, limonene and longifolene contents between high and susceptible P. massoniana inoculated with pine wood nematode, and the content of high resistance P. massoniana was significantly higher than those of susceptible P. massoniana. At low concentrations α-pinene, β-pinene, limonene and longifolene inhibit the activity of pine wood nematodes, which shows the four terpenoids are related to resistance of P. massoniana.
Efficient Transformation System of Agrobacterium tumefaciens Mediated Transformation of Purpureocillium lilacinum by Using beta-tubulin as Selectable Marker
WANG Xi-zhuo, WANG Lai-fa, CAO Ye-fan, HU Jian, WANG Xiang, QIN Yan, WANG Yong-chun
2023, 36(4): 12-19.   doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230056
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Purpose To establish an efficient transformation system of the nematopathogenic fungus Purpureocillium lilacinum and obtain its insertional mutagenesis. Methods The benomyl resistance gene beta-tubulin being as the selective marker, Agrobacterium tumefaciens-mediated transformation technique was developed to screen different pathogenicity mutants in P. lilacinum. PCR amplification and Southern hybridization were used to verify the transformation events, and Southern blotting of beta-tubulin gene and cloning of transforming DNA (T-DNA) flanking sequences were used to determine insert number and site of T-DNA in the fungal genome, respectively. Results A reliable transformation method was established for P. lilacinum. Specifically, pre-germinating spores of P. lilacinum used at co-cultivated period was a prerequisite.P. lilacinum germinating spores co-cultivated with A. tumefaciens EHA105 at 25 ℃ for 48 h achieved the highest transformation efficiency, which was 1 200-3 200 transformants per 106 spores, and the ratio of positive resistant transformants was 96%. The transformants were cultivated up to 5 generations on beta-tubulin-containing medium and confirmed by PCR and those genetic traits remained stable. Southern hybridization showed that 83.3% of the transformants were single copy insertions of T-DNA, and 16 mutants with virulence variants were screened from 20 transformants. Conclusion This study successfully constructed an efficient genetic transformation system mediated by A. tumefaciens with beta-tubulin gene as a selective marker, and obtained an insertion mutant with pathogenicity variation, which was P. lilacinum. It provides insights into studying gene function, pathogenic mechanism and breeding excellent strains.
Spatial Heterogeneity and Reasonable Sampling Sizes of Rainfall In a Larix gmelinii var. principis-rupprechtii (Mayr) Pilg. Plantation in the Semi-humid Liupan Mountains
CHAO Yang, YU Song-ping, LIU Ze-bin, MA Xin, GUO Jian-bin, WANG Yan-hui
2023, 36(4): 20-30.   doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220402
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Objective Spatial heterogeneity of rainfall in the forest has an important impact on soil moisture and growth of understory vegetation. Therefore, accurately describing the spatial variability of rainfall in the forest under the forest canopy and determining the reasonable sampling sizes are helpful to accurately understand the impact of forest on hydrology. Method A Larix gmelinii var. principis-rupprechtii (Mayr) Pilg. plantation in the Xiangshuihe small watershed of the semi-humid Liupan Mountain was set up to collect the rainfall in the forest for each rainfall event based on 40 deployed collectors during the growing season (June-Oct.) of 2021. The spatial variabilities of rainfall in the forest during the leaf-expanding and leaf-withering periods were analyzed, and the reasonable sampling sizes of collectors were quantified. Result (1) During the growing season, the total rainfall depth inside the forest was 440.0 mm, accounting for 77.5% of the corresponding gross rainfall, and the coefficient of variation of rainfall in the forest was 28.23%. The total rainfall in the forest was 153.8 and 290.2 mm during the leaf-expanding and leaf-withering periods, accounting for 73.0% and 80.2% of the corresponding gross rainfall, and the coefficient of variation of rainfall in the forest was 36.0% and 18.5%, respectively. In general, the spatial variability of rainfall in the forest first decreased rapidly and then gradually stabilized with the increase of rainfall, rainfall intensity and rainfall duration. (2) The nugget/still (range) of rainfall in the forest was 0.042 (4.8 m) in the growing season, 0.012 (4.0 m) in leaf-expanding period and 0.275 (6.5 m) in leaf-withering period, respectively. (3) Within the 95% confidence interval, if the error is controlled within 5%, at least 17 and 14 collectors with a sectional area of 235.58 cm2 should be installed in the leaf-expanding and leaf-withering periods, respectively. Conclusion Affected by differences in rainfall and canopy structure, the spatial variability of rainfall in the forest varies between leaf-expanding and leaf-withering periods. The reasonable sampling sizes of collectors in leaf-expanding and leaf-withering periods are closely related to the spatial variability of rainfall in the forest. The impact of the difference in reasonable sampling sizes of collectors in different periods should be paid attention to ensure the accuracy in rainfall in the forest assessment during the whole growing season.
Variation and Selection of Growth and Form-quality Traits of 3-year-old Cyclobalanopsis gilva
YANG Meng-qing, SHAO Wei-zhong, XU Yong-hong, YAO Jia-bao, OUYANG Tian-lin, DAI Li-hua, ZHOU Zhi-chun, WANG Bin
2023, 36(4): 31-40.   doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220563
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Objective To reveal the genetic variation rule of the growth and form-quality traits of the 3-year-old elite families of Cyclobalanopsis gilva in different locations, and select the fast-growing and high-quality families with genetic stability for different regions and sites. Methods Based on the genetic assay forest constructed in Jiande of Zhejiang Province, Fenyi and Anyuan of Jiangxi Province with 1-year-old container seedlings of 42 elite families plantations of C. gilva in 2019, a whole forest survey was conducted and the differences of traits, heritability and genetic correlation, as well as the interactions between families and locations were analyzed using SAS software, and a batch of fast-growing and high-quality families were selected based on principal component analysis and BLUP methods. Results The average tree height and ground diameter of 3-year-old C. gilva were 2.04 m and 3.15 cm, respectively. The estimated family heritability of tree height, ground diameter, crown width and longest branch length were high (0.393-0.753). Compared with family heritability, individual heritability estimates was relatively low. The correlation between traits of different families was high, and the families with excellent tree height and ground diameter performance had straighter form, fewer branching trunks but more branches, longer and thicker branches than the families with low tree height and small ground diameter. The interaction effect of family × site was obvious, and the site had a great influence on the growth. The best growth performance was found in Jiande site, followed by Anyuan and Fen Yi. Based on the comprehensive ranking of growth and form-quality traits, HNCB8 and HNHT5 ranked first in the three test sites, showing a good overall performance. The top 20% BLUP values of tree height and ground diameter were selected, and a total of 10 excellent families were selected from the three test sites. HNCB8 was selected as a common family. Conclusion There are rich genetic differences in growth and form-quality traits among the 3-year-old C. gilva, and the family heritability is generally high, which is subject to strong genetic control. The change of planting habitat has a great influence on the family of C. gilva, and the comprehensive performance of HNCB8 and HNHT5 is better, which has the potential for promotion.
Establishment of Tissue Culture System of the Ancient Trees of Platycladus orientalis
CHANG Er-mei, JIANG Ze-ping, LIU Jian-feng, JIA Zi-rui, LI Xiang, ZHANG Jian-qiang, ZHAO Xiu-lian
2023, 36(4): 41-49.   doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220498
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Objective This study aims to establish a tissue culture system for ancient Platycladus orientalis for overcoming the difficulties such as non-thoroughness of disinfection and sterilization, sever browning, and weak meristematic ability. Method In this study, the new shoots of about 3 000-year-old P. orientalis were used as explants, and aseptic explants were obtained through disinfection and sterilization. The tissue culture system for ancient P. orientalis was established by selecting the appropriate culture medium and hormone. Result Disinfecting the explants from ancient P. orientalis using 0.3% HgCl2 for 10 min showed the best sterilization effect, with a pollution rate of 25.81% and the survival rate of 54.82%. The effect of using 3% sucrose as the sugar source for the tissue culture medium of ancient P. orientalis was better than that of 3% glucose. The results of antioxidant and adsorbent tests demonstrated that the browning rate of explants was the lowest under the addition of 3.00 g·L−1 active carbon to the explant initiation medium. The optimal primary culture medium for tissue culture of ancient P. orientalis was 1/2MS + NAA 0.2 mg·L−1 + 6-BA 0.1 mg·L−1, with the induction rate of adventitious buds of 32.05%, rapid bud growth, as well as tender green and robust buds. The optimal proliferation medium was 1/2MS + 6-BA 0.05 mg·L−1 + NAA 0.2 mg·L−1 + KT 0.1 mg·L−1, with the proliferation coefficient reaching 1.93, and rapid growth of green and robust buds. The optimal rooting culture medium was WPM + NAA 0.5 mg·L−1 + IBA 0.5 mg·L−1, which achieved a rooting rate of 9.12%, with an average number of roots per plant of 2.67, and an average root length of 1.23 cm. A total of 24 rooting seedlings were obtained. Two months later, red roots appeared in 2 plants, and the tender buds continued to grow. The tissue-cultured rooting seedlings of ancient P. orientalis were successfully obtained. Conclusion The selection of culture medium and the ratio of auxin to cytokinin are important factors for the proliferation and adventitious root formation of ancient P. orientalis. This study provides a reference for tissue culture of other Cupressaceae trees.
Radial Growth in Response to Hydrothermal Environment of Larix principis-rupprechtii in Hanshan, Inner Mongolia
CHEN Jia-jia, ZHOU Mei, ZHAO Peng-wu, XU Chong-yang, SHI Liang, BAO hu, LIU Yan-jun, CAO Guang-ming
2023, 36(4): 50-58.   doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220467
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Objective :In the semi-arid regions of northern China, due to the long-time seasonal drought deficit, trees growth is sensitive to climate change. With rapid warming and associated increasing evapotranspiration in recent decades, the growth of trees in the semi-arid regions is gradually restricted by climate drying. Therefore, it is important to understand the pattern of trees growth and its response to environment for better management. This study aims to systematically analyze the radial growth of larch (Larix principis-rupprechtii) in semi-arid regions of China and its relationship with environment factors (temperature, precipitation and so on), to provide a theoretical support for understanding response of trees growth to environment change in semi-arid regions of northern China. Methods :The radial growth of four sample trees of Larix principis-rupprechtii was continuously measured with high resolution using point dendrometer systems in the Hansan National Nature Reserve, Zalut Banner, Tongliao City. Environment factors including temperature, rainfall, soil water content and so on were measured for analyzing the relationship between radial growth and environmental factors. Results :The radial growth of larch contracted during the day and expanded at night. From May to June, the contraction and expansion of larch stems were much higher than those from July to September; Radial growth of larch (Larix principis-rupprechtii) was significantly influenced by soil temperature throughout the growing season scale, but soil moisture content was an important factor affecting radial growth at different growing stages. In the year 2021 with extreme rainfall, radial growth of larch before the rainfall peak accounted for 45% of the total annual growth, indicating that soil temperature and water content are important factors affecting radial growth of larch. Precipitation in summer contributed less to trees growth, while soil moisture supply after winter snow-cover melting in spring was a key factor in determining radio growth. Conclusions : In the semi-arid region of Inner Mongolia, our results suggested that precipitation has little contribution to radial growth of larch, but indirectly affects radial growth through soil moisture. Soil temperature and soil moisture are important factors affecting radial growth. At the beginning of the growing season, when soil moisture is not effectively supplemented by rainfall, radial growth mainly depends on the limited water reserved in the soil.
Effect of Exogenous Application Glutamate on Drought Tolerance of Populus alba × P. glandulosa ‘84K’
LIU Yu, QU Mei-qiao, ZHENG Rui-jie, YU Jin-jian, GENG Ya, AN Yi, HAN Xiao, HUANG Li-chao, ZENG Wei
2023, 36(4): 59-71.   doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220572
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Objective Glutamate is a ubiquitous amino acid in plants, which plays an important role in amino acid metabolism. In this study, poplar 84K (Populus alba × P. glandulosa '84K') was used to analyze the effect of glutamate on the growth of 84K poplar under drought stress, and to explore the role of glutamate in the drought tolerance of 84K poplar. This study provides insights into the amino acid metabolism relating to forest stress resistance. Method 84K grown for 2 months were subjected to drought after glutamate treatment and re-water to analyze phenotypic and physiological changes, including the leaf water content, electrolyte permeability, glutamic acid content, osmotic adjustment substance content, active oxygen content, active oxygen scavenging enzyme (CAT, POD, and SOD) activity and so on. Result The drought test after glutamate treatment showed that glutamate could improve the drought tolerance of plants. Compared with normal drought plants, the relative water content of the leaves increased by 30.3%, the proline content increased by 33.1%, the electrolyte permeability decreased by 54.0%, and the expression of proline synthesis-related genes P5CS, P5CR, and P5CDH significantly increased, 2.47 times, 2.57 times and 8.89 times higher than that of the control, respectively. The expression of proline degradation gene PDH decreased by 48.8%. In addition, glutamate treatment plants could maintain higher CAT, POD, and SOD enzyme activity levels, which were 1.67 times, 1.35 times, and 1.17 times higher than those of normal drought plants, respectively, and the hydrogen peroxide content decreased by 19.3%. The application of glutamic acid after drought significantly enhanced the recovery ability of drought plants. Compared with the re-water plants, the relative water content of the plant leaves increased by 1.08 times, the proline content increased by 1.09 times, the electrolyte permeability decreased by 12.1%, the CAT activity and POD activity increased by 19.0% and 62.9%, respectively, and the hydrogen peroxide content also decreased by 31.2%. Conclusion Exogenous application of glutamic acid can increase the endogenous glutamate content of 84K poplar, induce proline synthesis and accumulation, reduce the electrolyte permeability and oxidative damage caused by drought stress, and effectively alleviate the water stress of plant leaves, thus reducing the sensitivity of plants to drought. Therefore, the exogenous application of glutamic acid can strengthen amino acid metabolism, improve antioxidant capacity and osmotic adjustment ability, and improve the adaptability of 84K poplar in a drought environment, which plays a reference value in revealing the role of glutamic acid in abiotic stress.
Characteristics of Soil Organic Carbon Pools and Their Influencing Factors under Different Stand Types in the Plain Sandy Area
WANG Lei, LIU Qing-yi, GUAN Qing-wei, SHI Jing-pan, PENG Ting-ting, ZHU Xiang-cheng, YANG Yue, LIU Jing
2023, 36(4): 72-81.   doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220553
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Objective By investigating the characteristics of soil organic carbon pools under different stand types, this study aims to provide a theoretical basis for the enhancement of soil carbon pools and ecological restoration in plain sandy areas. Method Soil organic carbon (SOC), labile organic carbon fractions and soil enzyme activities were measured in five soil layers (0-20, 20-40, 40-60, 60-80 and 80-100 cm depth) for three 16-year-old stand types (poplar pure plantation, willow pure plantation and poplar-willow mixed plantation) and a nearby abandoned land (as control) at a typical plain sandy area of Feng County, Jiangsu Province. The carbon pool management index (CPMI) was estimated for the examined stands. The correlations between soil carbon pool characteristics and environmental factors therein were also analyzed. Result (1) In general, the organic carbon content (SOC) and storage (SOCS) of the three forest types and the control soil layers ranged from 1.03 to 5.88 g·kg−1 and 3.53 to 17.55 t·hm−2, respectively. Among them, the SOC content increased by 45.2%-82.2% in the forested sites compared with the control site, and the SOCS in the 0-100 cm soil layer of pure poplar forest was 1.23, 1.24, and 1.83 times that of pure willow forest, mixed willow forest and the control, respectively. (2) Compared with the control, the soil labile organic carbon fractions, including easily oxidizable organic carbon, dissolved organic carbon and microbial biomass carbon, increased by 28.6%-48.0%, 6.8%-9.7% and 21.6%-33.4%, respectively. The CPMI was significantly higher than 100% for the three stand types (P<0.05). (3) Soil invertase activity and polyphenol oxidase activity were significantly affected by stand types, and the polyphenol oxidase activity of poplar-willow mixed plantation was significantly higher than that of poplar pure plantation and control (P<0.05) in 0-100 cm soil layer. (4) Pearson correlation analysis showed that characteristics of SOC pools were significantly affected by polyphenol oxidase and β-glucosidase activities(P<0.05), SOC, SOCS, EOC and CPMI were significantly affected by invertase, peroxidase activities. MBC was significantly affected by invertase activity. Redundancy analysis showed that soil carbon to nitrogen ratio and fine root biomass were the main factors in affecting the characteristics of SOC pools in the study area. Conclusion Plantation in plain sandy soil area can improve soil organic carbon, active components and stability of organic carbon pool, and pure poplar forest has the best effect on improving soil organic carbon storage.
Metabonomic Analysis of Targeted Flavonoids for Tepals of Different Flower Color Types of Wintersweet
SHEN Zhi-guo, CHENG Jian-ming, WU Fang-fang, DING Xin
2023, 36(4): 82-89.   doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220537
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Objective Targeted flavonoid metabolome detection and analysis were carried out to provide reference for further analysis of color substances and flavonoid metabolism pathway in the tepals of different flower color types of wintersweet using the middle and inner tepals of three cultivars of Rubrum wintersweet, Patens wintersweet, and Concolor wintersweet at early flowering stage. Methods UPLC-MS/MS was used to detect the middle and inner tepals of three wintersweet cultivars, and the qualitative and quantitative analysis of metabolites, sample quality control analysis, PCA, HCA, OPLS-DA, KEGG functional annotation and enrichment analysis of differential metabolites were used to explore the differences of flavonoid metabolites in the tepals of different flower color types. Results A total of 82 metabolites were detected in wintersweet tepals, including chalcone, dihydroflavone, flavone, isoflavone, dihydroflavonol, xanthone alcohol, anthocyanin, flavanol; In addition to anthocyanins, the flavonoids in the red tepal of wintersweet also included flavonol compounds, which did not show regular changes in the red and yellow tepals; In the five comparison groups of wintersweet red tepals and yellow tepals, the enrichment of anthocyanin metabolic pathway was the largest and most significant. Conclusion Besides the main flavonol branch and anthocyanin branch, the flavone branch, isoflavone branch, and procyanidin branch may also be included in the flavonoid biosynthesis pathway of wintersweet tepals; The anthocyanin branch and flavonol branch may not compete for the common substrate in the flavonoid biosynthesis pathway of the red tepals of wintersweet; Cyanidin glycosides are the characteristic metabolites of the red tepals in wintersweet, including cyanidin 3-O-glucoside, cyanidin 3-O-rutinoside, and cyanidin 3-O-galactoside.
Effect of Shading on Appearance and Nutrient Content in Different Parts of Pseudosasa amabilis Shoots
GUO Yang, YU Xue-jun
2023, 36(4): 90-98.   doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220611
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Objective The effects of different light intensities on appearance and nutritional components in different parts of Pseudosasa amabilis shoots were studied to provide guidance for the quality control and scientific cultivation of bamboo shoots. Method Bamboo shoots were shaded by bagging. After harvesting, the changes of appearance indexes and nutrient contents in different parts of bamboo shoots were measured and analyzed. Result After shading, the base diameter, length, individual weight of Pseudosasa amabilis shoots, and chlorophyll content decreased, by contrast, L* value, a* value, b* value, and anthocyanin content increased. There was a significant correlation between pigment content and color index. With the decrease of light intensity, the content of protein and fat in the tip of bamboo shoots increased, and total amino acids and the proportion of essential amino acids in the middle of bamboo shoots increased first and then decreased. The proportion of sweet, bitter and aromatic amino acids in the base of bamboo shoots decreased first and then increased. The ash content of each part increased first and then decreased, the content of soluble sugar decreased first and then increased, and the content of vitamin C, cellulose and phenols decreased. Conclusion After shading, the appearance quality of Pseudosasa amabilis shoots is better than that of no-shading, the content of bitter compounds reduce, and the taste is significantly improved. There are differences in the nutritional components of each part under different light intensities.
Phenotypic Difference Analysis and Screening Stability Indexes of Different Chinese Chestnut Varieties Nuts
LI Tong-tong, GUO Su-juan, JIANG Xi-bing
2023, 36(4): 99-108.   doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220614
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Objective By comparing and analyzing the phenotypic traits of different varieties of chestnut, we screened out the indicators with large phenotypic differences and not easily affected by the environment for providing reference for the identification and accurate application of chestnut varieties in production practice. Method The differences and diversity of 21 phenotypic characters of 3 200 nuts from 80 varieties in different Chinese chestnut producing areas were analyzed. The correlation between phenotype and environmental factors was analyzed, and the stability index with a small coefficient of variation was screened out. The stability of three varieties cultivated in multiple fields was verified. Result (1) There were significant differences in the phenotypic indexes of chestnut in different regions and the nut size and hilum size of varieties in Hubei, Jiangsu and Anhui were significantly higher than those in other regions. (2) The variation of 21 phenotypic indexes ranged from 4.05% to 42.28%, and 9 relatively stable indicators with small variation coefficient were screened out, namely nut index, nut roundness, hilum roundness and correlation ratio index, excluding indicators of significant differences within and between groups. (3) Correlation analysis showed that the correlation indexes of nut size and hilum size were positively correlated with mean annual temperature, mean temperature in growing season, annual precipitation and precipitation in growing season, and negatively correlated with annual sunshine duration and growing season sunshine duration. (4) The variation coefficients of 9 phenotypic indexes of nuts from 3 cultivars from different regions ranged from 1.13% to 5.99%. The results of variance analysis showed that the other 8 indexes had no significant differences between regions and individuals except the hilum roundness. Conclusion Different chestnut varieties have rich diversity and significant differences in 21 nut phenotypic indexes, among which 8 nut phenotypic indexes, including nut index, nut roundness, hilum length-to-width ratio, relative hilum size, hilum arc length / nut perimeter, hilum area / transverse area, hilum length/transverse diameter and hilum width / thickness, are stability indexes. It can be applied to the identification of chestnut varieties in production practice.
Chloroplast Genome Phylogeny and Codon Preference of Anabasis aphylla L.
JIANG Ping, HUANG Xiang, SULAIMAN Shah, HE Meng-yao
2023, 36(4): 109-121.   doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220578
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Objective To analyze the structural characteristics of Anabasis aphylla chloroplast genome, clarify the taxonomic status of Anabasis in Chenopodiaceae for further exploring its codon preference and determining the optimal codon. Method Total genomic DNA was extracted from fresh assimilation twigs of A. aphylla based on CTAB method. Sequencing was performed using the Illumina Genome Analyzer HiSeq 2000 high-throughput sequencing platform. The chloroplast genome sequence was assembled and annotated by GetOrganelle and Plann. Simple sequence repeat (SSR) in chloroplast genome was analyzed by MISA. Multiple sequence alignment and ML phylogenetic tree construction were analyzed using MAFFT v.7.450 and IQ-TREE v.2.1.1 software. The nucleotide polymorphism values were calculated using DnaSP 6.0 software. The codon preference was studied by CUSP and Codon W 1.4.2. software. Result The full-length chloroplast genome of A. aphylla was 154 084 bp, including a large single copy region (LSC, 85 124 bp), a small single copy region (SSC, 18 934 bp), and a pair of inverted repeat regions (IRa and IRb, 25 013 bp). A total of 132 genes were annotated, including 83 protein-coding genes, 8 rRNA genes, 37 tRNA genes and 4 pseudogenes. The number of SSRs located in the intergenic region was the largest (70.4%), and the number of single-base (A/T) repeat type SSRs was the largest. The optimal model of phylogenetic tree was TVM + F + R3, and Chenopodiaceae was divided into four clustering groups. Among them, A. aphylla showed the closest relationship with Haloxylon and Salsola. TrnS-trnG(exon1)、ndhF-rpl32rpl32-trnLrps16(exon1)-trnQ and ycf1 were high nucleotide polymorphism regions. A total of 20 optimal codons (UUU, UAU, UGU, CAU, UCU, UCA, UUA, CUU, CCU, AGA, GAA, ACU, ACA, AAU, GAU, AAA, GUU, GCU, GGU, CAA) were determined, all ending with A/U. The codon usage preference was mainly affected by natural selection, and the influence of mutation and other influencing factors was weak. Conclusion The chloroplast genome structure of A. aphylla is conservative, showing typical quadripartite structure. In the phylogeny of Chenopodiaceae, A. aphylla has the closest relationship with Haloxylon and Salsola. The identified hypervariable regions and SSR loci can be used for molecular identification of intergeneric species in Chenopodiaceae. The codon of the chloroplast genome of A.aphylla prefer endings with A/U, and the 20 optimal codons determined are useful for the optimization of its exogenous codons. The results can provide a reference for molecular marker development, phylogeny and chloroplast gene engineering of A. aphylla.
Preference of Anoplophora glabripennis to Populus alba var. pyramidalis and Elaeagnus angustifolia
SHAO Peng-peng, YANG Bing-jun, SU Zhi, SUN Zuo-xiang, WANG Zhuo, LIU Yu-ting, WEI Jian-rong
2023, 36(4): 122-128.   doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220595
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Objective Populus alba var. pyramidalis is the preferred tree species for the construction of the Protection Forest in northwestern China. However, the long-term single tree species planting has caused the outbreak of the wood borer Anoplophora glabripennis (Asian longhorned beetle, ALB). There was reports that Elaeagnus angustifolia had ‘attract and kill’ effect on ALB, but it was unclear whether it could be used for protecting P. alba var. pyramidalis. Method In this study, we evaluated the possibility of E. angustifolia for protecting P. alba var. pyramidalis by choice experiments of ALB adults’ response to host leaves and trunks of P. alba var. pyramidalis and E. angustifolia both in the laboratory and in the field. The volatiles could stimulate the electrophysiological responses of female antennae were also screened out from both tested host tree species. Result 1) When P. alba var. pyramidalis leaves vs E. angustifolia leaves, ALB females preferred E. angustifolia, and accounted for 80.65% of adults made choice, while males did not show significant preference; 2) cis-3-hexen-1-ol and cis-3-hexenyl acetate from P. alba var. pyramidalis, and cis-3-hexen-1-ol, cis-3-hexenyl acetate, 3-carene from E. angustifolia could arise the antennae responses of female; the ratio of cis-3-hexen-1-ol contents between P. alba var. pyramidalis and E. angustifolia was 2.66:1, and the ratio of cis-3-hexenyl acetate contents between two tree species was 1.19:1; The intensity of electrophysiological activity stimulation varied due to their different content; 3) when tested P. alba var. pyramidalis stem vs E. angustifolia stem in the laboratory, the ALB female preferred gnawing egg niche on E. angustifolia and the number of egg niche could reach to 18 ± 1.73 per stem, but the percent of effective oviposition (eggs laid in the egg niche) on the P. Alba var. pyramidalis (75.00%) in the single choice experiment were higher than that on E. angustifolia (58.33%); 4) The cage experiments on the trunk of the host trees in the forest showed that there was no significant difference in the number of egg niches gnawed by females on the two tree species under no selection conditions, but the larvae did not survive on the E. angustifolia trunk. Conclusion Our results confirmed that the E. angustifolia has a certain degree of attraction to ALB adults, but further researches are requiered to determine whether E. angustifolia can effectively control the ALB population in a certain area.
Selection and Validation of Reference Genes of Broussonetia papyrifera for qRT- PCR under Cadmium Stress
LI Hong-ying, CHEN Meng-di, WANG Zheng-bo, HAO Zi-yuan, LIU Long-chang, ZHAO Xi-ping, NI Jian-wei
2023, 36(4): 129-138.   doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220500
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Objective To provide insights into the subsequent research on the molecular mechanism of Broussonetia papyrifera resistance to cadmium(Cd) toxicity, stably expression of reference genes in B. papyrifera under Cd treatment were screened. Method The expression of ten candidate reference genes, including BpUBE2, BpRPL8, BpActin, BpGAPDH, BpHSP, BpTUA, BpDOUB, Bpβ-TUB, BpHIS and BpNADH were detected by real-time PCR (qRT-PCR) technology using root and leaf tissues of B. papyrifera under Cd stress. The geNorm, NormFinder, Bestkeeper and RefFinder reference analysis software were used to analyze the expression stability of ten candidates reference genes. Furthermore, the selected reference genes were verified by the stress response gene BpDREB. Result Gene expression of BpDOUB and BpNADH was relatively stable in different tissues of B. papyrifera under Cd stress, while BpGAPDH expression was the least stable. When the stability of the internal reference was verified with the target gene BpDREB, it was found that the target genes showed similar trends when normalized by the two reference genes BpDOUB and BpNADH, while it is failed to standardize the expression data with BpGAPDH. Conclusion BpDOUB and BpNADH genes as well as the combination of BpDOUB + BpNADH genes can be used as suitable internal reference genes to improve the reliability of gene expression levels analysis under Cd stress in B. papyrifera.
Antibacterial Activities of Rhizospheric Actinomycetes Associated with Casuarina equisetifolia
SHAN Ti-jiang, XIE Yin-yan, YE Da-hang, YANG Yu-ting, LI Wan-lin, MAO Zi-ling
2023, 36(4): 139-148.   doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230002
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Objective This study aimed to isolate and identify actinomycetes in rhizospheric soil of Casuarina equisetifolia, determine the antibacterial activity of the rhizospheric actinomycetes, and screen out the actinomycetes isolates with antimicrobial activities. Methods The actinomycetes in the rhizospheric soil of C. equisetifolia were isolated by heat strike dilution method. The actinomycetes isolates were further identified by combining morphological observation with molecular biology method. The antibacterial activities of secondary metabolites produced by the rhizospheric actinomycetes against different bacteria were determined using TLC-bioautography assay. The secondary metabolites in the ethyl acetate layer of rhizospheric actinomycetes were analyzed by HPLC (high performance liquid chromatography). Results A total of twelve actinomycetes strains were isolated and identified from the rhizospheric soil of C. equisetifolia, all of which were the genus of Streptomyces sp., and the maximum similarities were all above 97%. S. spinosus Ceaf-4 and S. chattanoogensis Ceaf-12 had stronger antibacterial activity against Ralstonia solanacearum, and the diameters of antibacterial spots were more than 10 mm. The antibacterial spot diameters of strain S. spinosus Ceaf-4 against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus haemolyticus were also greater than 10 mm. In addition, S. spinosus Ceaf-4 and S. chattanoogensis Ceaf-12 both contained abundant secondary metabolites, but there were significant difference in the types and relative contents of secondary metabolites. Conclusion There are actinomycetes with Streptomyces sp. as the dominant population in the rhizospheric soil of C. equisetifolia. S. spinosus Ceaf-4 and S. chattanoogensis Ceaf-12 show the stronger inhibitory activity against R. solanacearum and contain abundant secondary metabolites. They can be used as candidate active strains to further explore their antibacterial active components.
Effects of Nitrogen Addition and Closure on Growth and Herbaceous Diversity of Larix principis-rupprechtii Plantation
HUANG Qing-qing, ZHANG Shuai-fa, XU Guo-qiao, LI Xiao, XU Zhong-qi, JIA Yan-long
2023, 36(4): 149-156.   doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220557
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Objective The study aimed to reveal the effects of grazing on the diversity of herbaceous plants in Larix principis-rupprechtii plantation and undergrowth under the background of nitrogen deposition. Method Based on the perennial grazing affected Larix principis-rupprechtii plantation in Mulan paddock in Hebei Province, four treatments of control, closure, fertilization, fertilization + closure were set up. The DBH, tree height, crown width growth and herbaceous biomass and diversity of trees in the sample plot were measured, and the effects of 2-year enclosure and fertilization on the growth and herbaceous diversity of Larix principis-rupprechtii plantation were discussed. Result Compared with the control plot, closure, fertilization and fertilization + closure treatments promoted the growth of trees. The tree height increased by about 31.7%, 17.6% and 47.5%, respectively. Among them, there was significant difference between fertilization + closure treatment and control. Closure, fertilization and fertilization + closure all promoted the increase of herbaceous biomass. The local aboveground biomass increased by 5.3, 0.4 and 4.1 times, the underground biomass increased by 4.9, 0.1 and 4.3 times, and the total herbaceous biomass increased by 5.1, 0.2 and 4.2 times, respectively. Herb diversity changed little under closure and fertilization treatments, but species dominance changed significantly under different treatments. Conclusion This study shows that short-term nitrogen addition and closure promote the growth of trees and herbs in Larix principis-rupprechtii forest, have no effects on herbaceous diversity, but significantly change the composition of herbaceous plants.
Evaluation of Resistance to Flower Blight of Camellia Germplasm Resources
LIU Ying, GENG Xian-sheng, YU Wen-xian, LI Ji-yuan
2023, 36(4): 157-164.   doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220382
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Objective To develop the evaluation technology for flower blight resistance of Camellia germplasm resources and evaluate the resistance levels of Camellia germplasm resources to flower blight. Method The time gradient of three germplasm resources with different resistance was used to analyze the effects of different culture time on the resistance evaluation after inoculating the hyphae plug of Ciborinia camelliae. We calculated the relative area of lesion and disease index of Camellia germplasm resources after inoculation, formulated the severity grading criteria and resistance evaluation criteria, and established the resistance evaluation technology of Camellia germplasm resources to flower blight. This technique was used to evaluate the resistance of 56 germplasm resources to flower blight. Result Inoculating hyphae plug on the detached petals of Camellia germplasm resources, and calculating the relative area of lesions at 72 hours after inoculation, could accurately evaluate the disease resistance of Camellia germplasm resources. The results of resistance evaluation of 56 germplasm resources showed that 8 germplasm resources were immune or highly resistant to flower blight, 24 germplasm resources were medium resistant, 14 germplasm resources were medium susceptible, and 10 germplasm resources were highly susceptible. Resistance levels among different sections of Camellia germplasm resources were different, and the resistance levels of different species within the same sections and different crosses of the same parent were also different. Conclusion In this study, resistance evaluation technology of Camellia germplasm resources to flower blight has been established. The resistance level of 56 germplasm resources was identified, and 8 germplasm resources with immune or highly resistant to flower blight were screened out.
Effects of Nitrogen and Biochar Addition on Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi Colonization Rate and Spore Density in Moso Bamboo Plantations
SHI Xue-rong, Huang Hong-liang, JI Hang-xiang, ZHAO Ming-shui, ZHANG Hua-feng, LI Quan, SONG Xin-zhang
2023, 36(4): 165-172.   doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220448
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Objective To investigate the effects of nitrogen (N) deposition and biochar addition on arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) characteristics in Moso bamboo (Phyllostachys edulis (Carrière) J. Houz.) plantations for providing scientific reference for sustainable management of Moso bamboo plantations under global change. Methods We investigated the effects of different N addition rates (0, 30, 60, and 90 kg N·hm−2·yr−1), biochar addition rates (0, 20, and 40 t BC·hm−2), and their combination on the AMF colonization rate, spore density and soil properties of Phyllostachys edulis plantations. Results Compared with the control (0 kg N·hm−2·yr−1 + 0 t BC·hm−2), N addition significantly reduced the colonization rate of AMF (16.1%~51.7%). High biochar addition (40 t BC·hm−2) significantly reduced the colonization rate of AMF (46.0%), but increased the spore density (162.5%). Under the N addition treatments, biochar addition increased the colonization rate of AMF, and had no significant effect on spore density. The colonization rate of AMF was significantly positively correlated with soil pH, and negatively correlated with available N and available phosphorus. The spore density of AMF was significantly positively correlated with available phosphorus. Conclusion Under the N addition treatments, biochar addition increased the colonization rate of AMF and enhanced the symbiotic relationship between Moso bamboo and AMF, indicating that biochar addition is an effective measure to achieve sustainable management of Moso bamboo plantations under the background of N deposition.
Differences in Leaf Functional Traits of Caragana intermedia Planted in Different Years
LI Qin, WANG Lei, ZHANG Xue, PAN Yu-ling, WANG Yue, YU Dian
2023, 36(4): 173-182.   doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20230082
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Objective To compare the differences in leaf functional traits of Caragana intermedia plantations with different planting years for and provide a scientific basis for studying the adaptation mechanism of C. intermedia in response to environmental changes in the arid area. Method Based on the plantations with four different planting years (16, 25, 34, and 46a), we analyzed the leaf functional traits in C. intermedia. Result There were significant differences in the morphological and functional traits of leaves of C. intermedia planted in different years. The LDMC of C. intermedia with 46 years of age was significantly higher than those have ages of 16, 25, and 34 a (P<0.05), and the SLA was significantly higher than that with ages of 16 and 34 a (P<0.05). LL, LW, LFW, LDW, and LA all increased first and then decreased, which showed a growth trend of 25 a>34 a>16 a>46 a. The coefficient of variation of leaf morphology and function traits of C. intermedia was 7.57%~46.98%, among which the coefficient of variation of LFW, LDW, LA and SLA of 16-year-old C. intermedia was the highest. Among the structural and functional traits of leaves, the VB and USA of C. intermedia with 46-year-old were significantly lower than those in with 34-year-old (P<0.05), and there was no significant difference between 16-year-old and 25-year-old. The stomatal density of the epidermis varied greatly. UEH and LEH showed a very significant positive correlation (P<0.01), and the rest of the functional traits were relatively stable. Conclusion Four plantations of C. intermedia have formed a transition from the rapid biomass production to the effective nutrient preservation strategy with the increase of age, which results in the mutual regulation and trade-off for adapting to the environmental deprivation in the arid zones.
A Review on the Type Ⅵ Secretion System of Plant Pathogenic Cacteria
XIA Xiong-fei, BO Shu-wen, HAN Chang-zhi
2023, 36(4): 183-192.   doi: 10.12403/j.1001-1498.20220398
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Objective Type Ⅵ secretion system (T6SS) is one of the regulatory systems that plays important functions in plant pathogenic bacteria. In terms of defense and other aspects, clarifying the T6SS protein and functional differences of important plant pathogenic bacteria will help promote the development and utilization of new pesticides for the prevention and treatment of plant diseases. Method In the study, five kinds of important plant pathogenic bacteria (Pseudomonas syringae, Ralstonia solanacearum, Agrobacterium tumefaciens, Erwinnia amylovora and Xanthomonas oryzae pv. oryzicola) bacterium in 138 conservative T6SS proteins structure domain and genetic relationships were analyzed, and the literatures about the above five kinds of bacteria in the database of the T6SS function research were also analyzed. Results T6SS proteins in the five kinds of plant pathogenic bacteria were different in species and quantity. According to proteins sequence homology and domain, the above proteins could be divided into three categories. Among them, T6SS proteins containing VgrG, HCP and other domains had good clustering discrimination, while T6SS proteins containing TssA, TssG and other domains could be divided into different categories. Conclusion The proteins and function of T6SS in the five kinds of plant pathogenic bacteria have certain conservation and unique characteristics. This study provides a theoretical basis for further prediction and analysis of T6SS proteins in different plant pathogenic bacteria and the relationship between different T6SS proteins.
Advances in Tissue Culture Techniques of Trees and the Problems Existed
HUANG Lie-jian, WANG Hong
2016, 29(3): 464-471.  
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On the Maintenance of Long-term Productivity of Plantation in China
SHENG Wei-tong
2018, 31(1): 1-14.   doi: 10.13275/j.cnki.lykxyj.2018.01.001
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Effect of Thinning on Growth and Timber Outturn in Cunninghamia lanceolata Plantation
XU Jin-liang, MAO Yu-ming, ZHENG Cheng-zhong, FAN Rong-de, ZHOU Shi-shui, CHEN Yong-hui, CHENG Xiang-rong, YU Mu-kui
2014, 27(1): 99-107.  
[Abstract](4773) [PDF 992KB](1437)
Comparison on Osmotica Accumulation of Different Salt-tolerant Plants under Salt Stress
CHENG Tie-long, LI Huan-yong, WU Hai-wen, LIU Zheng-xiang, WU xiang, YANG Sheng, ZHANG Hua-xin, YANG Xiu-yan
2015, 28(6): 826-832.  
[Abstract](4510) [PDF 1605KB](1111)
Research Progress of Structure-based Forest Management
HUI Gang-ying, HU Yan-bo, ZHAO Zhong-hua
2018, 31(1): 85-93.   doi: 10.13275/j.cnki.lykxyj.2018.01.011
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Growth and Structure Differentiation of Phoebe bournei Plantation with Different Sites and Modes of Afforestation
CHU Xiu-li, LIU Qing-hua, FAN Hui-hua, WANG Sheng-hua, CHEN Liu-ying, ZHOU Zhi-chun
2014, 27(4): 445-453.  
[Abstract](4533) [PDF 1443KB](1367)
Quantitative Analysis of Forest Spatial Structure and Optimal Species Composition for the Main Forest Types in Daxing'anling, Northeast China
DONG Ling-bo, LIU Zhao-gang, LI Feng-ri, JIANG Lei
2014, 27(6): 734-740.  
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Stoichiometry Characterization of Soil C, N and P of Pinus massoniana Plantations at Different Age Stages
LEI Li-qun, LU Li-hua, NONG You, MING An-gang, LIU Shi-ling, HE Yuan
2017, 30(6): 954-960.   doi: 10.13275/j.cnki.lykxyj.2017.06.010
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Effect of Close-to-Nature Management on Species Diversity in a Cunninghamia lanceolata Plantation
SUN Dong-jing, WEN Yuan-guang, LUO Ying-hua, LI Xiao-qiong, ZHANG Wan-xing, MING An-gang
2015, 28(2): 202-208.  
[Abstract](4291) [PDF 1225KB](1309)
Studies on Seedling Photosynthetic Characteristics of Five Tree Species under Drought Stress
HAN Bo, LI Zhi-yong, GUO Hao, ZHANG Jun-pei
2014, 27(1): 92-98.  
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