Dynamic physiology and transcriptomics revealed the alleviation effect of melatonin on under continuous alkaline salt stress.

Introduction: , a pivotal salt-tolerant plant species in Central Asian salt desert ecosystems, has garnered significant attention due to its resilience under harsh environmental conditions. This study investigates the response mechanisms of melatonin on the dynamic physiology and transcriptomics of , a critical salt-tolerant plant species in Central Asian salt desert ecosystems. Despite significant progress in understanding plant salt tolerance, research on the positive effects of melatonin on , particularly its impact on seed germination and the underlying physiological and molecular mechanisms, remains limited.