Publications by authors named "Yafang Zhai"
Front Plant Sci
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates how mineral nutrients in the leaves and branches of the 'Hanyuan' fruit tree change during fruit development, which can help optimize nutrient management practices.
- Researchers measured key nutrients (like Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium, etc.) in both the tree and soil during this growth period, noting significant variations.
- Findings indicate the highest nutrient levels in branches and leaves during early fruit growth, with optimal nutrient diagnosis for 'Hanyuan' occurring 39-86 days post-flowering, highlighting critical nutrient needs for effective orchard management.
Plant Physiol Biochem
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- Waterlogging stress harms plant growth, but Zanthoxylum armatum's tolerance to it is not well understood.
- A specific gene, alcohol dehydrogenase 1 (ZaADH1), plays a key role in helping this tree species manage waterlogging by influencing various metabolites.
- Overexpressing ZaADH1 in the model plant Arabidopsis thaliana enhanced growth and resistance to waterlogging by boosting carbohydrate production, suggesting strategies for improving waterlogging tolerance in Z. armatum.
