Abstract
The objective of this investigation was to test for the possible effects of plantlet morphology and environmental stress on survival and growth during the acclimatization of tissue-cultured Douglas fir [Pseudotsuga menziesii (Mirb.) Franco]. Under a high-stress environmental regime of 40–70% relative humidity and 22–28°C, survival was 33%, compared to 89% under a low-stress regime of 80–90% RH and 15–20°C. Shoot elongation under low stress was twice as great as that under high stress. Certain morphological features were associated with improved survival under high stress, and they included a large (10+) root number, tall (40 + mm) shoots, and upright needles. Plantlets with 10 + roots had 52% survival, compared to 25% or 31% for those with 1–3 or 4–10 roots, respectively. Also, plantlets with an initial shoot height of 41–60 mm had a 53% survival rate compared to 20% or 37% for those with 21–30 mm or 31–40 mm shoots. Tall plantlets and those with 10+ roots also underwent the greatest shoot elongation during the 7 week observation period. However, plagiotropism was frequent on tall shoots.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
