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Characterization of root architecture in an applied core collection for phosphorus efficiency of soybean germplasm

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In the present study, we constructed an “applied core collection” for phosphorus (P) efficiency of soybean germplasm using a GIS-assisted approach. Systematic characterization and comparative analysis of root architecture were conducted to evaluate the relationship between root architecture and P efficiency and its possible evolutionary pattern. Our results found that: i) root architecture was closely related to P efficiency in soybean. Shallow root architecture had better spatial configuration in the P-rich cultivated soil layer hence higher P efficiency and soybean yield; ii) there was a possible co-evolutionary pattern among shoot type, root architecture and P efficiency. The bush cultivated soybean had a shallow root architecture and high P efficiency, the climbing wild soybean had a deep root architecture and low P efficiency, while the root architecture and P efficiency of semi-wild soybean were intermediate between cultivated and wild soybean; iii) P availability regulated root architecture. Soybean roots became shallower with P addition to the topsoil, indicating that the co-evolutionary relationship between root architecture and P efficiency might be attributed to the long-term effects of topsoil fertilization. Our results could provide important theoretical basis for improving soybean root traits and P efficiency.

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  1. Root Biology Center, South China Agricultural University, 510642, Guangzhou, China

    Jing Zhao, Jiabing Fu, Hong Liao, Yong He, Hai Nian, Yueming Hu & Xiaolong Yan

  2. MOA Key Laboratory of Crop Germplasm Resources and Biotechology, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, 100081, Beijing, China

    Linjuan Qiu

  3. National Base for Transgenic Plant Pilot Test and Industrialization, Jilin Academy of Agricultural Sciences, 136100, Gongzhuling, China

    Yinsan Dong

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Zhao, J., Fu, J., Liao, H. et al. Characterization of root architecture in an applied core collection for phosphorus efficiency of soybean germplasm. Chin.Sci.Bull. 49, 1611–1620 (2004). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03184131

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