Interactive Impacts of Temperature and Elevated CO2 on Basil (Ocimum basilicum L.) Root and Shoot Morphology and Growth

Barickman, T. Casey; Olorunwa, Omolayo J.; Sehgal, Akanksha; Walne, Charles Hunt; Reddy, K. Raja; Gao, Wei

doi:10.3390/horticulturae7050112

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“…Results observed in Arabidopsis thaliana leaves [ 64 ], soybean [ 65 ], cotton [ 25 ], maize [ 29 , 66 ]; Phaseolus vulgaris [ 67 ], sweet potato [ 68 ], and basil [ 69 ] further corroborated our results, such as a reduction in total leaf area and fresh and dry weights, number of leaves, and height of plants ( Table 3 ) under higher UV-B levels. In contrast to our results, Sakalauskaite et al [ 70 ] reported an increase in plant height, leaf area, and dry weight under elevated UV-B in Ocimum basilicum .…”

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Climate Stressors on Growth, Yield, and Functional Biochemistry of two Brassica Species, Kale and Mustard

Sehgal

Reddy

Walne

et al. 2022

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Due to climate change, the attainment of global food security is facing serious challenges in meeting the growing food demand. Abiotic stresses are the foremost limiting factors for agricultural productivity. However, not much information is available on the effect of multiple abiotic stresses on the morphological and biochemical aspects of kale and mustard. Therefore, an experiment was designed to study the effects of UV-B radiation, CO2 concentration, and high temperature on the growth, yield, and biochemistry of two Brassica species, namely B. oleracea L. var. acephala Winterbor F1 (hybrid kale) and B. juncea var. Green wave O.G. (mustard greens), which were grown under optimal nutrients and soil moisture conditions in soil–plant–atmosphere–research (SPAR) units. Two levels of UV-B radiation (0 and 10 kJ m−2 d−1), two concentrations of CO2 (420 and 720 ppm), and two different temperature treatments (25/17 °C and 35/27 °C) were imposed 12 days after sowing (DAS). Several morphological and biochemical parameters were measured at harvest (40 DAS) in both species. All the traits declined considerably under individual and multi-stress conditions in both species except under elevated CO2 levels, which had a positive impact. Marketable fresh weight decreased by 64% and 58% in kale and mustard plants, respectively, growing under UV-B treatment. A slight increase in the chlorophyll content was observed in both species under the UV-B treatment alone and in combination with high temperature and elevated CO2. Understanding the impacts of high temperature, CO2, and UV-B radiation treatments on leafy vegetables, such as kale and mustard, can help to improve existing varieties to enhance resilience towards environmental stresses while simultaneously improving yield, morphology, and biochemistry in plants.

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confidence: 84%

Climate Stressors on Growth, Yield, and Functional Biochemistry of two Brassica Species, Kale and Mustard

Sehgal

Reddy

Walne

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“…In contrast, the high-temperature stress was observed to increase the g s , E, C i , apparent quantum yield, maximum photosystem II efficiency, and finally, maximum P n of basil plants. This observation could be linked to the positive impacts of high-temperature treatments detected on the morphological parameters of basil plants [26]. Comparable results were accounted for by Chang et al [11].…”

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Yield, Physiological Performance, and Phytochemistry of Basil (Ocimum basilicum L.) under Temperature Stress and Elevated CO2 Concentrations

Barickman

Olorunwa

Sehgal

et al. 2021

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Early season sowing is one of the methods for avoiding yield loss for basil due to high temperatures. However, basil could be exposed to sub-optimal temperatures by planting it earlier in the season. Thus, an experiment was conducted that examines how temperature changes and carbon dioxide (CO2) levels affect basil growth, development, and phytonutrient concentrations in a controlled environment. The experiment simulated temperature stress, low (20/12 °C), and high (38/30 °C), under ambient (420 ppm) and elevated (720 ppm) CO2 concentrations. Low-temperature stress prompted the rapid closure of stomata resulting in a 21% decline in net photosynthesis. Chlorophylls and carotenoids decreased when elevated CO2 interacted with low-temperature stress. Basil exhibited an increase in stomatal conductance, intercellular CO2 concentration, apparent quantum yield, maximum photosystem II efficiency, and maximum net photosynthesis rate when subjected to high-temperature stress. Under elevated CO2, increasing the growth temperature from 30/22 °C to 38/30 °C markedly increased the antioxidants content of basil. Taken together, the evidence from this research recommends that varying the growth temperature of basil plants can significantly affect the growth and development rates compared to increasing the CO2 concentrations, which mitigates the adverse effects of temperature stress.

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“…Basil is renowned for its ability to thrive in diverse temperature ranges and geographical regions, making it a globally cultivated herb [ 14 ]. The genus Ocimum , which belongs to the Lamiaceae (Labiatae) family, has distribution throughout tropical and subtropical America, Africa, and Asia continents [ 15 ].…”

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Sweet Basil (Ocimum basilicum L.)―A Review of Its Botany, Phytochemistry, Pharmacological Activities, and Biotechnological Development

Azizah,

Irawan,

Kusmoro

et al. 2023

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An urgent demand for natural compound alternatives to conventional medications has arisen due to global health challenges, such as drug resistance and the adverse effects associated with synthetic drugs. Plant extracts are considered an alternative due to their favorable safety profiles and potential for reducing side effects. Sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum L.) is a valuable plant resource and a potential candidate for the development of pharmaceutical medications. A single pure compound or a combination of compounds exhibits exceptional medicinal properties, including antiviral activity against both DNA and RNA viruses, antibacterial effects against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, antifungal properties, antioxidant activity, antidiabetic potential, neuroprotective qualities, and anticancer properties. The plant contains various phytochemical constituents, which mostly consist of linalool, eucalyptol, estragole, and eugenol. For centuries, community and traditional healers across the globe have employed O. basilicum L. to treat a wide range of ailments, including flu, fever, colds, as well as issues pertaining to digestion, reproduction, and respiration. In addition, the current research presented underscores the significant potential of O. basilicum-related nanotechnology applications in addressing diverse challenges and advancing numerous fields. This promising avenue of exploration holds great potential for future scientific and technological advancements, promising improved utilization of medicinal products derived from O. basilicum L.

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Interactive Impacts of Temperature and Elevated CO2 on Basil (Ocimum basilicum L.) Root and Shoot Morphology and Growth

Cited by 11 publications

References 38 publications

Climate Stressors on Growth, Yield, and Functional Biochemistry of two Brassica Species, Kale and Mustard

Climate Stressors on Growth, Yield, and Functional Biochemistry of two Brassica Species, Kale and Mustard

Yield, Physiological Performance, and Phytochemistry of Basil (Ocimum basilicum L.) under Temperature Stress and Elevated CO2 Concentrations

Sweet Basil (Ocimum basilicum L.)―A Review of Its Botany, Phytochemistry, Pharmacological Activities, and Biotechnological Development

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