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 …

The native flora of different Mediterranean countries, often woody species, was widely
recognized for its ornamental potential. The shrubs, in particular, are a typology of plants …

One of the main problems in the Mediterranean area is the long dry season, and hence
there is a need to individuate plants that are tolerant to low water availability. The …

Understanding the plant characteristics that support tolerance to water stress is important in
choosing plants in arid or semi-arid environments, such as the Mediterranean. In particular …

Ornamental plants are used to decorate urban and peri-urban areas, and during their
cultivation or utilisation, they can be exposed to abiotic stress. Salinity is an abiotic stress …

The ornamental quality of flowering pot plants mainly depends from flower health and the
colour of the leaves. During the post-production stages, potted plants undergo severe stress …

The guarantee of water supply for irrigated agriculture in the semi-arid region must
necessarily involve the use of lower quality water, such as brackish water. The objective of …

The growth and aesthetic value of ornamental plant species used near coastlines are
negatively influenced by salt spray. The presence of surfactants could enhance salt damage …

Besides abiotic constraints, plants along the coastal urban areas must face additional cues
such as saline aerosol, which impact net plant CO 2 assimilation (P n), reducing biomass …

In the context of seaside landsca**, one of the greatest challenges for practitioners and
scientists is to select suitable species that are able to tolerate salt spray. This is the key …