Physiological and biochemical changes in Moroccan barley (Hordeum vulgare L.) cultivars submitted to drought stress
Mohamed Ferioun, Nassira Srhiouar, Said Bouhraoua, Naïma El Ghachtouli, Saïd Louahlia
Abstract
content, which can be linked with drought sensitivity. Physiological and biochemical parameter changes are discussed in terms of barley's tolerance to drought. Tolerant cultivars could be a good background for barley breeding in areas known for the alternative of long dry spells.
Topics & Concepts
APXHordeum vulgareCultivarDrought toleranceBiologyShootPopulationAgronomyHorticultureChlorophyllCatalaseBotanyPoaceaeOxidative stressSociologyBiochemistryDemographyCrop Yield and Soil FertilityRice Cultivation and Yield ImprovementPlant responses to water stress