Exploring the Impact of Gypsophila perfoliata L. Root Extract on Germination and Seedling Growth Parameters of Sweet Sorghum and Hungarian Vetch

Authors : Muhammet İslam Işık, Aslı Güleç, Aras Türkoğlu, Metin Armağan

Pages : 327-337

Doi:10.18185/erzifbed.1394350

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Publication Date : 2024-08-31

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :In recent years, there has been a growing emphasis on exploring alternative approaches, such as the utilization of medicinal plant extracts and essential oils, to address potential limitations in germination and emergence, as opposed to traditional chemical methods. Biochemicals synthesized in medicinal and aromatic plants can elicit either stimulating or inhibitory effects on the growth and development of other plants. This study aimed to investigate the impact of gypsophila plant root extract on the germination and seedling development of vetch and sorghum, assessing different concentrations of the extract (0%, 5%, and 10%). Upon evaluating the data means, it was observed that the sorghum plant exhibited the highest germination rate, mean germination time, germination vigor index, root and shoot length, as well as root and shoot fresh weight when subjected to the control concentration. In contrast, the vetch plant demonstrated optimal results at the 5% concentration. In conclusion, the inhibitory effect of the gypsophila plant root extract on germination and seedling development was more pronounced in the sorghum plant compared to the vetch plant. This suggests that the impact of the extract varies among different plant species, highlighting the need for species-specific considerations when implementing such alternative approaches in agricultural practices.
Keywords : Root extract, gypsophila, vetch, sorghum