Sowing Density: A Neglected Factor Fundamentally Affecting Root Distribution and Biomass Allocation of Field Grown Spring Barley (Hordeum Vulgare L.)

• Published in: Frontiers in plant science Vol. 7; p. 944
• Main Authors: Hecht, Vera L., Temperton, Vicky M., Nagel, Kerstin A., Rascher, Uwe, Postma, Johannes A.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Switzerland Frontiers Media S.A 28.06.2016
• Subjects: Plant Science; root architecture; root length density; field; root morphology; biomass allocation

Studies on the function of root traits and the genetic variation in these traits are often conducted under controlled conditions using individual potted plants. Little is known about root growth under field conditions and how root traits are affected by agronomic practices in particular sowing densi...