Influence of shade on mineral nutrient status of field‐grown cotton

Abstract Photosynthetic irradiance has variable effects on cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.) growth, development, lint yield and fiber quality. However, little is known about the effect of shade on the mineral nutrient status of cotton plants. A two‐year study was conducted to determine the effects of shade (63% light reduction) at different growth stages on mineral nutrient concentrations in plant components of field‐grown cotton. Averaged over the three growth stages of first flower, peak flower, and boll development, an 8‐day period of shade increased petiole NO3‐N, phosphorus (P), potassium (K), and sulfur (S) concentrations by 145, 17, 20, and 18%, respectively. Total nitrogen (N), P, K, S, calcium (Ca), and magnesium (Mg) concentrations in the leaf blades of the sampled petioles increased 19, 29, 22, 22, 13, and 16%, respectively, compared with those of unshaded control plants. However, bracts and floral buds of 20‐day‐old squares of shaded cotton plants showed a slight decrease (6%) in total N concent...

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