| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4479309 | Agricultural Water Management | 2011 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
⺠Increasing silicon concentration led to increased leaf water potential (Ψw (âMPa)) and leaf area index. ⺠The specific leaf weight, SPAD chlorophyll contents and the drymatter produced increased. ⺠The transpiration (E) rate increases to lessen the reduction of photosynthesis by water stress. ⺠The reduction in shoot to root ratio was greater due to silicon which led to increased root growth. ⺠Synergistic effect of silicon fertilization with ample irrigation improves the crop stand under stresses.
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Authors
Mukhtar Ahmed, Fayyaz-ul-Hassen Fayyaz-ul-Hassen, Yasir Khurshid,