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ArticleBMC plant biology2025

Evaluation of graft compatibility in some wild olive (Olea europaea L. subsp. oleaster) genotypes selected in the Eastern Mediterranean region.

Yazgan Tunç, Kadir Uğurtan Yılmaz, Ali Khadivi

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Yazgan TunçRepublic of Türkiye, Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, General Directorate of Agricultural Research and Policies, Hatay Olive Research Institute Directorate, Hassa Station, Hassa, Hatay, 31700, Türkiye. yazgan.tunc@tarimorman.gov.tr.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-3228-8657
Kadir Uğurtan YılmazDepartment of Horticulture, Faculty of Agriculture, Kahramanmaras Sutcu Imam University, Onikisubat, Kahramanmaras, 46100, Türkiye.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0001-7897-3898
Ali KhadiviDepartment of Horticultural Sciences, Faculty of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Arak University, Arak, 38156-8-8349, Iran. a-khadivi@araku.ac.ir.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0001-6354-445X

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backgroundSelection breeding is a fundamental approach to the improvement of plant species, enabling the utilization of individuals with superior traits from the natural genetic diversity for targeted purposes. The Hassa district of Hatay province, located in the Eastern Mediterranean region of Türkiye, lies within the boundaries of the historical Levant region and hosts a rich population of wild olive (Olea europaea L. subsp. oleaster) genotypes. In this study, 20 wild olive genotypes selected from this region were evaluated for their potential as rootstocks, with an emphasis on conserving genetic resources. Domat, a well-known olive cultivar, was used as the scion reference for grafting compatibility evaluations.

resultsMorphological assessments revealed that scion lengths among the genotypes ranged from 19.78 ± 15.57 (genotype 31.8.2.36) to 56.67 ± 7.84 cm (genotype 31.8.16.14). Principal component analysis indicated that the first three components explained 82.5% of the total variation. A statistically significant correlation was observed between rootstock diameter and scion diameter (r = 0.46, p < 0.05). Anatomical and histological analyses demonstrated healthy scion development and callus tissue formation in several genotypes, including 31.8.2.19, 31.8.2.34, 31.8.5.18, 31.8.16.5, 31.8.16.12, 31.8.16.13, 31.8.16.14, 31.8.23.2, 31.8.27.5, 31.8.27.16, and 31.8.27.17. In combinations involving genotypes such as 31.8.2.26, 31.8.2.38, 31.8.16.07, 31.8.16.11, 31.8.16.16, and 31.8.23.04, the necrotic layer was effectively absorbed by the callus without disrupting vascular connections, enabling the proper formation of conduction bundles. For genotypes 31.8.2.24, 31.8.2.36, 31.8.2.39, and the control Gemlik rootstock, a dense necrotic layer was detected between the scion and rootstock. However, this did not hinder the formation of vascular connections or conduction bundles.

conclusionsThe findings of this study provide valuable insights into the morphological, anatomical, and histological characteristics of wild olive genotypes, highlighting their potential as rootstocks in breeding programs. These results will support breeders and researchers in the effective utilization and conservation of olive genetic resources.

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OleaGenetic VariationGenotypeMediterranean RegionPlant BreedingPlant RootsPrincipal Component AnalysisBiodiversityBreeding strategiesConservation practicesMultivariate analysisScion-rootstock interactionWild plant resources

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