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Recent Advances in Adventitious Root Formation in Chestnut

Authors :
Jesús M. Vielba
Nieves Vidal
M. Carmen San José
Saleta Rico
Conchi Sánchez
Source :
Plants, Vol 9, Iss 11, p 1543 (2020)
Publication Year :
2020
Publisher :
MDPI AG, 2020.

Abstract

The genus Castanea includes several tree species that are relevant because of their geographical extension and their multipurpose character, that includes nut and timber production. However, commercial exploitation of the trees is hindered by several factors, particularly by their limited regeneration ability. Regardless of recent advances, there exists a serious limitation for the propagation of elite genotypes of chestnut due to decline of rooting ability as the tree ages. In the present review, we summarize the research developed in this genus during the last three decades concerning the formation of adventitious roots (ARs). Focusing on cuttings and in vitro microshoots, we gather the information available on several species, particularly C. sativa, C. dentata and the hybrid C.sativa × C. crenata, and analyze the influence of several factors on the achievements of the applied protocols, including genotype, auxin treatment, light regime and rooting media. We also pay attention to the acclimation phase, as well as compile the information available about biochemical and molecular related aspects. Furthermore, we considerate promising biotechnological approaches that might enable the improvement of the current protocols.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
22237747
Volume :
9
Issue :
11
Database :
Directory of Open Access Journals
Journal :
Plants
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsdoj.6105767d75df40e985f36ee5e107d9b7
Document Type :
article
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.3390/plants9111543