Plant and Soil

Abstract Background and Aims Plant species richness can provide a range of benefits to the soil, since mixtures of species with contrasting functional traits enhance soil organic carbon (SOC) stocks. However, there is still limited information on the impact of increased plant species richness on tropical forage systems. This study evaluated whether increasing plant species affects soil quality at…

Abstract Background and aims Silica content in the soil has been shown to affect plant’s traits and performance. Trait plasticity and performance responses to soil silica content, however, have so far been addressed in a few traits and single species. Multi-species studies considering various traits and performance parameters are thus necessary to increase our understanding on ecological conseque…

Abstract Background Plants are continuously challenged by diverse abiotic stresses, which compromise growth, photosynthesis, and nutrient homeostasis. This review aims to elucidate the roles of antioxidant systems and mineral nutrients in stress adaptation, and to highlight the potential of multi-omics approaches to enhance crop resilience. Methods A comprehensive synthesis of current research on…