Horticulturae, Volume 11, Issue 2

To enhance the hydraulic performance of the Venturi injector, the effects of the structural parameters were investigated using response surface methodology (RSM) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations. The fertilizer suction chamber diame...

Mango fruits are susceptible to cold stress under prolonged storage. Melatonin (MT) is a phytohormone well known for enhancing the tolerance and overall quality of various tropical and subtropical fruits during cold storage. This study investigated t...

Recent changes in rainfall patterns driven by climate change, including localized heavy rainfall, droughts, and prolonged rainy seasons, have significantly impacted grapevine growth and quality. An analysis of rainfall patterns in South Korea from 19...

The use of extended light spectra, including UV-A, green, and far-red, has been scarcely explored in vertical farming. This study evaluated the effects of full spectra under two intensities (90 and 180 µmol m⁻² s⁻¹) on the growth an...

The use of winemaking waste compost as an alternative fertilization treatment for vines of the Chelva grape variety was researched. Three different organic amendments (1 kg/m, 2 kg/m, and 3 kg/m) of winemaking waste compost were applied, and a no-app...

Carbon dioxide (CO₂) is one of the important factors affecting vegetable yield in controlled environments. This study used cucumber as an experimental material to investigate the effects of hanging different amounts of CO₂ generation bags (CGBs) on t...

How to quickly and accurately obtain the basal crop coefficient is the key to estimating evapotranspiration in sparse vegetation. To enhance the accuracy of vineyard evapotranspiration estimation in the subhumid region of Northwest China, this study...

The present study aimed to investigate the occurrence of eight potentially toxic elements (PTEs) in selected varieties of watermelon (Citrullus lanatus var. Arka Shyama and Crimson Sweet) and muskmelon (Cucumis melo var. Cantaloupe and Kajri) grown n...

The size of leaves and fruits is a crucial agronomic and economic trait for fruit trees. The ‘Bartlett’ pear is a famous cultivar with succulent and delicious fruit and is cultivated globally. ‘Xiang shuomi’ is a bud sport of...

Rosa rugosa is an excellent aromatic plant species valued for both essential oil extraction and ornamental applications. This study aimed to evaluate its adaptive responses, bioaccumulation capacity, and production quality under cadmium (Cd) stress,...

This study examines the impact of agroecological practices on soil quality and crop yields in small-scale farming, focusing on the combination of microbial soil inoculation, crop rotation, and conservation tillage methods. Conducted at the SZIA Agroe...

Metropolitan areas increasingly confront complex challenges related to food security, social inequality, environmental degradation, and resource scarcity, exacerbated by rapid urbanization, climate change, and the reliance on extended, fragile supply...

The biofortification of leafy vegetables with selenium (Se) and iodine (I) provides the basis for the Se/I status optimization and preservation of human health. The effect of foliar Se, I, and Se + I supply in three different crop cycles (autumn, aut...

The polyphagous Lygus hesperus Knight is a serious pest on many crops in the western USA, including California’s central coast. Although L. hesperus adults can cause damage to broccoli and cauliflower, symptoms from their interactions with thes...

Gene duplication, as a prevalent phenomenon in the tree of life, provides a potential substrate for evolution. However, its role in the Aurantioideae remains unclear. In this study, we systematically identified, for the first time, a comprehensive la...

In the present study, variation in phytochemical properties was estimated in 16 newly developed interspecific citrus hybrids (Citrus maxima [Burm. f.] Osbeck × C. sinensis [L.] Osbeck) and parental genotypes. Results showed that the interspecif...

This survey aims to develop a successful protocol through in vitro multiplication and ex vitro rooting of a native shrub, i.e., Myrtus communis L., in order to obtain the rapid production of large number of healthy plants. The in vitro proliferation...

Reducing agricultural waste through reuse has become one of the most important strategies to minimise impact on the environment—an emerging global issue. Sunflower ranks fourth in the world in the production of vegetable oilseeds and therefore...

St. John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum L.) is an ornamental and medical plant, distributed worldwide, which is rich in diverse secondary metabolites. The discovery of the presence of tocotrienols (rare prenyllipids) in H. perforatum marks a new...

It is imperative to investigate the impact of irrigation on the microorganisms inhabiting soil in greenhouses, as this understanding is crucial for the implementation of effective water conservation strategies and optimal soil health sustenance in gr...

Grapevine downy mildew, caused by Plasmopara viticola, is one of the most destructive vineyard diseases worldwide, with the potential to devastate up to 90% of harvests under adverse conditions. Traditional chemical-based control strategies are incre...

The genus Murdannia Royle was recognized as a member of the family Commelinaceae, known for its beautiful and outstanding flowers, which made it highly valued as an ornamental plant. In this study, three previously unidentified species of Murdannia a...

Tanacetum cinerariifolium, a perennial Asteraceae plant, is renowned for its ornamental value and natural insecticidal compounds, especially pyrethrins. These compounds, primarily stored in flower heads, are highly effective as insecticides with low...

Pyruvate kinase (PK), a pivotal enzyme in glycolysis, serves as a multifunctional regulator of plant growth, development, and stress adaptation. Despite its significance, the functional roles of PKs in peanut remain largely unexplored. Here, we perfo...

Several Apulian (Southern Italy) vegetable landraces are considered at risk of genetic erosion, constituting an issue for the loss of important genetic traits. ‘Tiggiano’ and ‘Polignano’ carrots are two Apulian landraces, note...

The aim of this study was to explore the impacts of hail-proof nets with different coverage years on the environment, leaf traits and fruit quality of ‘Fuji’ apple orchards, with the expectation of providing a basis for the scientific app...

Salt stress severely affects the growth of turnips (Brassica rapa subsp. rapa), leading to a decline in quality and a reduction in yield. Methyl jasmonate is an endogenous plant hormone that plays a role in regulating plant responses to salt stress....

Paeonia suffruticosa Andr. (tree peony) and Paeonia lactiflora Pall. (herbaceous peony) are traditional Chinese flowers with great ornamental value. To maintain the aesthetic value and show the characteristics of these species, preserved flowers name...

With the intensification of global climate change and urbanization, extreme rainfall and urban flooding have become increasingly frequent, making the flood tolerance of garden plants a key issue in urban landscaping and ecology. Identifying research...

Sacha inchi (Plukenetia volubilis), or the Inca peanut, is a promising functional food and sustainable alternative to traditional oilseed crops like soybean. Its seeds are rich in omega-3, omega-6, and omega-9 fatty acids, high-quality protein, and b...

Drought stress significantly impacts global agricultural productivity, necessitating the identification of resilient genotypes and genetic markers to develop stress-tolerant crops. This study evaluates 48 watermelon (Citrullus lanatus L.) genotypes u...

Maintaining postharvest quality is critical for preserving the marketability and nutritional value of parthenocarpic cucumbers. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of UV-B and UV-C radiation on the postharvest quality, including antioxidant comp...

Leaf coloration, a critical trait in ornamental foliage plant breeding, is influenced by chlorophyll, carotenoids, and flavonoids, which dictate plant aesthetic and economic value. The regulatory role of MYB transcription factors in leaf pigmentation...

This study investigated various protection programs to control the European cherry fruit fly, cherry brown rot, and cherry leaf spot on sour cherries. The effects of acetamiprid, spinetoram, dodine, boscalid, and pyraclostrobin, applied alone and in...

Peach (Prunus persica (L.)) is one of the major commercial stone fruit crops. A genetic analysis of peach collections around the world is essential for effective breeding programmes, and the development of genomic and marker-assisted selection. This...

This study investigated the flowering physiology of Minuartia laricina (L.) Mattf. to provide fundamental information for the development of flowering control techniques. A phenology test was conducted in an open field, where M. laricina overwintered...

In order to study the effects of emerging climate change on the cultivation of broccoli (Brassica oleraceae var. italica Plenck), transplants of three F1 hybrids (‘Cigno’, ‘Principe’, and ‘Domino’ F1) were transpla...

Fingerroot (Boesenbergia rotunda (L.) Mansf.) is valued for its therapeutic benefits, both in Thailand and internationally. This study optimized in vitro propagation and induced microrhizomes (MRZ) to produce cleaned plantlets to support organic farm...

Echinophora platyloba DC. (Apiaceae) is recognized for its important secondary metabolites and antifungal agents. To evaluate the effects of macronutrient fertilizers on the growth parameters and essential oils yield of E. platyloba, a study was cond...

Pyrus ussuriensis, also known as Ussurian pear, is a deciduous tree from the Rosaceae family. This study examined the phytochemical profiles and antioxidant activities of different parts (1-year-old stem, 2-year-old stem, and leaves) of Pyrus ussurie...

Soil and water pollution caused by excessive use of fertilizers and resource scarcity are critical issues in modern horticulture. Although laboratory tests are reliable, they take time and use chemical reagents that must be disposed of and complex pr...

Grafting is a promising approach to control melon fusarium wilt disease. However, there is a potential risk of deterioration in the quality of melon fruit due to scion–rootstock interactions. Using two primary muskmelon cultivars, ‘ZheTia...

Tree peony (Paeonia suffruticosa Andr.), which is a traditional flower cultivated in China, is rapidly becoming an important species in the cut flower industry. Thus, extending the vase life of tree peony cut flowers is a major goal in the cut flower...

This study presents four new records of Boesenbergia species (Zingiberaceae) in Cambodia: Boesenbergia parvula (Wall. ex Baker) Kuntze, B. petiolata Sirirugsa, B. siphonantha (King ex Baker) M.Sabu, Prasanthk. & Škorničk., and B. xiph...

Solanum lycopersicum, a widely cultivated vegetable crop globally, faces soil cadmium (Cd) contamination issues due to Cd’s high mobility, posing potential threats to Solanum lycopersicum growth and human health. In light of this, this study se...

Avocado fruit drop after fruit set causes avocado orchards to suffer significant losses in the fruit yield, oil yield, and quality parameters of fruits. An insufficient crop load, as a result of excessive fruit drop, can reduce avocado orchard profit...

The Oxidative Stability Index (OSI) is crucial for evaluating the commercial, nutritional, and sensory properties of extra virgin olive oils (EVOO). Near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) offers a rapid and cost-effective alternative to evaluate OSI with...

Light intensity and spectral composition are the main parameters that may be modulated to further affect plant nutritional value and shelf life. The current study aimed to assess how variations in spectral composition and light intensity affect sugar...

Zigzag plastic greenhouses are a type of greenhouse with a high natural ventilation capacity, and the number and quantities of their roof vents affect their ventilation and cooling effect. In this study, a CFD model of a greenhouse was constructed ba...

Saffron (Crocus sativus L.) is one of the most expensive spices in the world. Saffron, prized for its vibrant color, aroma, and taste, is essential in the food industry and traditional medicine. Its culinary uses, therapeutic benefits, and potential...