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ArticleBMC plant biology2026

Effects of cold plasma treatment on the development and physiological performance of Eucalyptus maidenii from seedling to sapling.

Zhenmin He, Zhengxiong Zhao, Lingrong Kong, Zai Shi, Zhuangyue Lu, Tingbiao Liu, Shaonian Lv, Yufan Hou, Yulan Xu, Guanben Du and 2 more

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Article in BMC plant biology, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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12 authors.

Zhenmin HeThe Key Laboratory of Forest Resources Conservation and Utilization in the Southwest Mountains of China Ministry of Education, Southwest Forestry University, Kunming, 650224, China.
Zhengxiong ZhaoThe Key Laboratory of Forest Resources Conservation and Utilization in the Southwest Mountains of China Ministry of Education, Southwest Forestry University, Kunming, 650224, China.
Lingrong KongThe Key Laboratory of Forest Resources Conservation and Utilization in the Southwest Mountains of China Ministry of Education, Southwest Forestry University, Kunming, 650224, China.
Zai ShiThe Key Laboratory of Forest Resources Conservation and Utilization in the Southwest Mountains of China Ministry of Education, Southwest Forestry University, Kunming, 650224, China.
Zhuangyue LuThe Key Laboratory of Forest Resources Conservation and Utilization in the Southwest Mountains of China Ministry of Education, Southwest Forestry University, Kunming, 650224, China.
Tingbiao LiuThe Key Laboratory of Forest Resources Conservation and Utilization in the Southwest Mountains of China Ministry of Education, Southwest Forestry University, Kunming, 650224, China.
Shaonian LvThe Key Laboratory of Forest Resources Conservation and Utilization in the Southwest Mountains of China Ministry of Education, Southwest Forestry University, Kunming, 650224, China.
Yufan HouThe Key Laboratory of Forest Resources Conservation and Utilization in the Southwest Mountains of China Ministry of Education, Southwest Forestry University, Kunming, 650224, China.
Yulan XuThe Key Laboratory of Forest Resources Conservation and Utilization in the Southwest Mountains of China Ministry of Education, Southwest Forestry University, Kunming, 650224, China.
Guanben DuThe Key Laboratory of Forest Resources Conservation and Utilization in the Southwest Mountains of China Ministry of Education, Southwest Forestry University, Kunming, 650224, China. 15125572466@139.com.
Zilin CaoThe Key Laboratory of Forest Resources Conservation and Utilization in the Southwest Mountains of China Ministry of Education, Southwest Forestry University, Kunming, 650224, China.
Xiaoli WangThe Key Laboratory of Forest Resources Conservation and Utilization in the Southwest Mountains of China Ministry of Education, Southwest Forestry University, Kunming, 650224, China. ynwangxiaoli@swfu.edu.cn.

Funding

National Natural Science Foundation of China 32260385Yunnan Provincial Seed and Seed Industry Joint Laboratory Project 202205AR070001-22
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

This study aimed to evaluate the effects of cold plasma treatment on the germination, seedling growth, sapling development, and physiological responses of Eucalyptus maidenii seeds, and to identify an optimal treatment combination. By integrating germination tests, seedling cultivation experiments, and sapling growth assessments, the study explored both growth performance and underlying physiological mechanisms.The results showed that cold plasma treatment generally promoted seed germination and improved seed vigor. It also enhanced seedling morphological traits and photosynthetic performance, indicating a positive effect on early growth. During the sapling stage, cold plasma treatment further improved several growth characteristics and influenced key physiological and metabolic parameters, including photosynthetic enzyme activity, osmotic regulation substances, chlorophyll accumulation, and oxidative stress indicators. These findings suggest that appropriate cold plasma treatment can stimulate growth not only at the germination stage, but also throughout subsequent seedling and sapling development. Comprehensive evaluation using the TOPSIS model identified S14 (150 W, 2 n, 15 s, 2 d) as the optimal treatment. Overall, appropriate cold plasma treatment can effectively enhance the germination rate of seeds, the growth of seedlings and saplings, as well as their photosynthetic and antioxidant capabilities of Eucalyptus maidenii, showing promising potential for seed enhancement and nursery production.

Indexed as

EucalyptusPlasma GasesSeedlingsCold TemperatureGerminationPhotosynthesisSeedsPlasma GasesCold plasmaEucalyptus maideniiPhysiological and metabolic characteristicsSeed germinationSeedling and sapling growth characteristics

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PMID42192300
PMCPMC13523254

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