Karst ecosystems are formed by dissolution of soluble rocks, usually with conspicuous
landscape features, such as sharp peaks, steep slopes and deep valleys. The plants in karst …

Ornamental plants use unique adaptive mechanisms to overcome the negative effects of
drought stress. A large number of species grown in the Mediterranean area offer the …

Background The use of organic nanoparticles to improve drought resistance and water
demand characteristics in plants seems to be a promising eco-friendly strategy for water …

Abstract A novel strain LTYR-11ZT that exhibited multiple plant growth promoting (PGP)
traits was isolated from the surface-sterilized leaves of Alhagi sparsifolia …

Water shortage and soil nutrient depletion are considered the main factors limiting crops
productivity in the Mediterranean region characterized by longer and frequent drought …

Some physiological, oxidative, and antioxidant enzymatic patterns were assessed in plants
of three local Sicilian landraces of long shelf-life tomatoes ('Custonaci','Salina', and …

Drought impact on plants is an increasing concern under the climate change scenario.
Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L. Walp.) is considered as one of the most tolerant legume …

Climate changes boosted the frequency and severity of drought and heat events, with
aggravated when these stresses occur simultaneously, turning crucial to unveil the plant …

Water deficit is considered the main abiotic stress that limits agricultural production
worldwide. Brassinosteroids (BRs) are natural substances that play roles in plant tolerance …

Ecosystem degradation as a result of coal mining is a common phenomenon in various
regions of the world, especially in arid and semi-arid zones. The implementation of …