Publications by authors named "Ya-Qi Shi"
Article Synopsis
- This study focuses on the genetic traits of Zygophyllum xanthoxylum, a desert plant, to understand how it maintains water balance in extreme environments, which could aid crop improvement for stress resistance.
- Researchers sequenced the plant's genome and clarified its evolutionary relationships, establishing Zygophyllales as its own distinct group among related plant families.
- The analysis found that Z. xanthoxylum uses specific genes and mechanisms to efficiently manage sodium and potassium levels for water retention, which could inform agricultural practices and land remediation efforts.
