Table 1 Eight seedling root traits analyzed in this study
Root trait | Abbreviation | Measurement description |
|---|---|---|
Primary root length | PRL | Measured using a ruler |
Total number of the primary, seminal, and crown roots | PSC | Counted manually |
Lateral root number | LRN | Calculated by subtracting PSC from RTN |
Total root tip number | RTN | Measured electronically |
Total root length | TRL | Measured electronically |
Total root surface area | RSA | Measured electronically |
Total root volume | TRV | Measured electronically |
Average root diameter | ARD | Measured electronically |