Identification and Morphological Study of Important Tamarix sp. Habitats in Markazi Province and studying their morphological diversity

Asghari, Fatemeh; Taghizadeh, Mina; Solgi, Mousa; Khadivi, Ali

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Volume 10, Issue 21 (12-2022)

PEC 2022, 10(21): 168-181

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Identification and Morphological Study of Important Tamarix sp. Habitats in Markazi Province and studying their morphological diversity

Fatemeh Asghari¹

, Mina Taghizadeh ^*

, Mousa Solgi¹

, Ali Khadivi¹

1- Department of Horticultural science, Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Science, Arak University, Arak
Department of Horticultural science, Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Science, Arak University, Arak, Department of Horticultural science, Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Science, Arak University, Arak , m-taghizadeh@araku.ac.ir

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Tamarix sp. shrubs are commonly found in steppe and salt marsh areas, and are well adapted to harsh climatic conditions, particularly in the driest regions of Iran. This study aims to identify native Tamarix plants in Markazi province that have potential for ornamental use and can help prevent soil erosion. The study analyzed 60 Tamarix genotypes from 11 regions in Markazi province during spring and summer, and evaluated their morphological characteristics using quantitative and qualitative traits. Traits such as inflorescence length, flower cluster diameter, current shoot color, annual shoot diameter, flower color, tree growth habit, branch density, and branch flexibility were studied. The results showed a high diversity among the studied characteristics, indicating a rich germplasm in this province. To choose native plants for urban landscaping, one should consider species with low water requirements, less maintenance, and high ornamental potential. The study identified Khosbijan genotype as a suitable ornamental shrub for landscape use due to its appropriate morphological traits such as the longest inflorescence, upright tree form, high density of foliage and branches.

Article number: 13

Keywords: Variation, Shrub, Landscape, Ornamental plant, Morphology, Correlation

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Type of Study: Research | Subject: Special
Received: 2022/08/10 | Accepted: 2023/01/26 | Published: 2023/04/22

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