Objective:To evaluate the effect of Heracleum persicum L.against gentamicin-induced nephrotoxicity in rats.Methods:Thirty-six Wistar rats were divided into 6 groups including control(normal saline),gentamicin(80 mg/kg...Objective:To evaluate the effect of Heracleum persicum L.against gentamicin-induced nephrotoxicity in rats.Methods:Thirty-six Wistar rats were divided into 6 groups including control(normal saline),gentamicin(80 mg/kg/d for 10 d),Heracleum persicum(750 mg/kg/d),and gentamicin(10 d)+Heracleum persicum extract at three different doses(250,500,and 750 mg/kg/d for 40 d).Urine creatinine,urea,protein,and albumin levels were determined.In addition,serum urea,creatinine,sodium,potassium,cytokines(TNF-α,IL-1β,IL-6,and IL-10),glutathione peroxidase activity,total antioxidant capacity,kidney malondialdehyde,stereological parameters,and expressions of apoptosis-related genes(p53,Bax,Bcl-2,and caspase-3)were measured.The LD50 of Heracleum persicum extract was determined based on Lorke’s method.Histopathological evaluation was also performed.Results:In addition to decreased urine protein and albumin,and increased creatinine and urea,co-treatment with gentamicin and Heracleum persicum significantly reduced levels of creatinine and urea,and increased sodium and potassium in serum.Heracleum persicum treatment also improved stereological parameters and serum inflammatory cytokines.There was a significant increase in serum glutathione peroxidase activity and total antioxidant capacity as well as a reduction in malondialdehyde level.Furthermore,treatment with Heracleum persicum extracts downregulated p53,caspase-3,and Bax and upregulated Bcl-2 expressions.In histopathological evaluation,Heracleum persicum extracts showed protection against gentamicin-induced renal damages.Conclusions:Heracleum persicum exhibits protective effects against gentamicin-induced structural and functional renal impairments.展开更多
Competition,spatial pattern,and regeneration are important factors affecting community composition,structure,and dynamics.In this study,we surveyed 300 quadrats from three dunes(i.e.,fixed dunes,semifixed dunes,and mo...Competition,spatial pattern,and regeneration are important factors affecting community composition,structure,and dynamics.In this study,we surveyed 300 quadrats from three dunes(i.e.,fixed dunes,semifixed dunes,and mobile dunes)in the Gurbantunggut Desert,Northwest China,from late May to early June in 2021.The intraspecific and interspecific competition,spatial pattern,and regeneration of Haloxylon ammodendron and Haloxylon persicum were studied using the Hegyi competition index and point pattern analysis methods.The results showed that the optimal competition distance of the objective tree in the H.ammodendron and H.persicum communities was 6 m.The intraspecific and interspecific competition of H.ammodendron was the greatest in fixed dunes,while the competition intensity of H.persicum in semifixed dunes and mobile dunes was greater than that in fixed dunes.The order of competition intensity of the two populations was seedlings>saplings>adults,and the competition intensity gradually decreased with the increase in plant diameter.The spatial distribution pattern of the three life stages of H.ammodendron and H.persicum was random,and there were no correlations between seedlings and saplings,adults and saplings,and seedlings and adults.The density of regenerated seedlings and saplings of H.ammodendron in the three dunes followed the order of fixed dunes>semifixed dunes>mobile dunes,and that of H.persicum in the three dunes followed the order of mobile dunes>semifixed dunes>fixed dunes.Therefore,when artificially planting H.ammodendron and H.persicum for sand control,the planting interval should be 6 m,and seedlings should be planted next to adults to minimize the competition between plants,which can promote the renewal of H.ammodendron and H.persicum and the stabilization of the ecosystem.展开更多
Heracleum persicum Desf. ex Fisch is used in Iranian traditional medicines, for the treatment of various diseases including neurological, gastrointestinal, respiratory, rheumatological and urinary tract diseases. In p...Heracleum persicum Desf. ex Fisch is used in Iranian traditional medicines, for the treatment of various diseases including neurological, gastrointestinal, respiratory, rheumatological and urinary tract diseases. In phytochemical analysis of H. persicum, several classes of natural chemicals including volatile （aliphatic esters, carbonyls, phenyl propenes and terpenes） and nonvolatile （flavonoids, furanocoumarins, tannins and alkaloids） constituents as well as different minerals have been identified. Scientific studies on H. persicum proved that it has a wide range of biological and pharmacological activities. This article has provided comprehensive information on Iranian traditional uses, phytochemistry and pharmacolog- ical activities of H. persicum.展开更多
Objective:To develop a protocol lor breaking of seed dormancy and increasing the seed germination rate of Bunium persicum.Methods:The seeds were treated with 3.1.6.3.12.5.25.50 and 100 μmol/L of benzyl aminopurine.gi...Objective:To develop a protocol lor breaking of seed dormancy and increasing the seed germination rate of Bunium persicum.Methods:The seeds were treated with 3.1.6.3.12.5.25.50 and 100 μmol/L of benzyl aminopurine.gibberellic acid(GA,),thidiazuron(TDZ) and forchlorlenuron.Then,seeds were transferred to two different temperature conditions including room temperature(25 ℃) and chilling temperature(2-5℃).Results:The treatment of moist seeds with chilling temperature(2—5℃) broke seed dormancy and showed maximum germination,which was 54.7%after 60 d treatment.Also,the treatment of dn seeds with chilling temperature broke seed dormancy with 9.3%germination rate after 120 d.Treatment of seeds with different level of plant growth regulators showed that under moistroom condition,there was evidence ol higher and lower seed germination rate:GA,(100 μmol/L)with 46.7%and TDZ(50 μmol/L) with 6.67%respectively.In addition,the results showed that under moist-chilling condition.TDZ(6.3 μmol/L) with 53.3%seed germination rate had higher influence on breaking seed dormancy.Treatment of seeds with combination of TDZ and GA_3 under moistchilling condition revealed higher rale of breaking of seed dormancy when 6.3 μmol/L TDZ was combined with 100 μmol/L GA,.showing 93.7%genninatiou rate.Conclusions:The effect of plant growth regulators coupled with chilling temperature on breaking of seed dormancy could provide a large number of seedlings while the long juvenile time which is the next restricting factor of plantation still remained.Thus,the subsequent growth of seedlings to provide a large number of corms is necessary for successful plantation.展开更多
Biological invasion represents a major worldwide threat to native biodiversity and environmental stability.Haloxylon persicum was introduced to Tunisia(North Africa)with Saharan bioclimate in 1969 to fix sandy dunes.S...Biological invasion represents a major worldwide threat to native biodiversity and environmental stability.Haloxylon persicum was introduced to Tunisia(North Africa)with Saharan bioclimate in 1969 to fix sandy dunes.Since then,it has gained significant interest for its potential to colonize,proliferate,and become naturalized in Tunisia.Hence,understanding the seed germination response of H.persicum to abiotic conditions,including temperature,water stress,and salt stress,is crucial for predicting its future spread and adopting effective control strategies.Our work investigated the germination behavior of this invasive plant species by incubation at temperatures from 10.0℃ to 35.0℃ and at various osmotic potentials(-2.00,-1.60,-1.00,-0.50,and 0.00 MPa)of polyethylene glycol-6000(PEG6000,indicating water stress)and sodium chloride(NaCl,indicating salt stress)solutions.Results showed remarkable correlations among the seed functional traits of H.persicum,indicating adaptive responses to local environmental constraints.The maximum germination rate was recorded at 25.0℃ with a rate of 0.39/d.Using the thermal time model,the base temperature was recorded at 8.4℃,the optimal temperature was 25.5℃,and the ceiling temperature was found at 58.3℃.Besides,based on the hydrotime model,the base water potential showed lower values of -7.74 and -10.90 MPa at the optimal temperatures of 25.0℃ and 30.0℃,respectively.Also,the species was found to have excellent tolerance to drought(water stress)compared to salt stress,which has implications for its potential growth into new habitats under climate change.Combining ecological and physiological approaches,this work elucidates the invasive potential of H.persicum and contributes to the protection of species distribution in Tunisian ecosystems.展开更多
To identify the theoretic foundation for maintaining and improving high quality varieties and breeding new F1 hybrids, flower color segregation occurred in the offspring in both self-pollination and cross- pollination...To identify the theoretic foundation for maintaining and improving high quality varieties and breeding new F1 hybrids, flower color segregation occurred in the offspring in both self-pollination and cross- pollination of varieties of different colors were investigated. The main results indicate that the heredity of Cyclamen persicum color follows both quantitative and qualitative hereditary regularity. All genes can be classified as two groups of the throat-gene and coronal-gene occupying different spots on the chromosome. The colored gene is the dominant gene, while the white gene is the recessive one. The gene groups and their quantity determine the color of cyclamen persicum. And sometimes the throat- gene and the coronal-gene take a recombination, forming a new type of flower.展开更多
基金financially supported by Kermanshah University of Medical Science(grant number 981004)
文摘Objective:To evaluate the effect of Heracleum persicum L.against gentamicin-induced nephrotoxicity in rats.Methods:Thirty-six Wistar rats were divided into 6 groups including control(normal saline),gentamicin(80 mg/kg/d for 10 d),Heracleum persicum(750 mg/kg/d),and gentamicin(10 d)+Heracleum persicum extract at three different doses(250,500,and 750 mg/kg/d for 40 d).Urine creatinine,urea,protein,and albumin levels were determined.In addition,serum urea,creatinine,sodium,potassium,cytokines(TNF-α,IL-1β,IL-6,and IL-10),glutathione peroxidase activity,total antioxidant capacity,kidney malondialdehyde,stereological parameters,and expressions of apoptosis-related genes(p53,Bax,Bcl-2,and caspase-3)were measured.The LD50 of Heracleum persicum extract was determined based on Lorke’s method.Histopathological evaluation was also performed.Results:In addition to decreased urine protein and albumin,and increased creatinine and urea,co-treatment with gentamicin and Heracleum persicum significantly reduced levels of creatinine and urea,and increased sodium and potassium in serum.Heracleum persicum treatment also improved stereological parameters and serum inflammatory cytokines.There was a significant increase in serum glutathione peroxidase activity and total antioxidant capacity as well as a reduction in malondialdehyde level.Furthermore,treatment with Heracleum persicum extracts downregulated p53,caspase-3,and Bax and upregulated Bcl-2 expressions.In histopathological evaluation,Heracleum persicum extracts showed protection against gentamicin-induced renal damages.Conclusions:Heracleum persicum exhibits protective effects against gentamicin-induced structural and functional renal impairments.
基金the Open Project of Xinjiang Laboratory of Lake Environment and Resources in Arid Zone(XJDX0909-2022-4)the PhD Early Development Program of Xinjiang Normal University(XJNUBS2113).
文摘Competition,spatial pattern,and regeneration are important factors affecting community composition,structure,and dynamics.In this study,we surveyed 300 quadrats from three dunes(i.e.,fixed dunes,semifixed dunes,and mobile dunes)in the Gurbantunggut Desert,Northwest China,from late May to early June in 2021.The intraspecific and interspecific competition,spatial pattern,and regeneration of Haloxylon ammodendron and Haloxylon persicum were studied using the Hegyi competition index and point pattern analysis methods.The results showed that the optimal competition distance of the objective tree in the H.ammodendron and H.persicum communities was 6 m.The intraspecific and interspecific competition of H.ammodendron was the greatest in fixed dunes,while the competition intensity of H.persicum in semifixed dunes and mobile dunes was greater than that in fixed dunes.The order of competition intensity of the two populations was seedlings>saplings>adults,and the competition intensity gradually decreased with the increase in plant diameter.The spatial distribution pattern of the three life stages of H.ammodendron and H.persicum was random,and there were no correlations between seedlings and saplings,adults and saplings,and seedlings and adults.The density of regenerated seedlings and saplings of H.ammodendron in the three dunes followed the order of fixed dunes>semifixed dunes>mobile dunes,and that of H.persicum in the three dunes followed the order of mobile dunes>semifixed dunes>fixed dunes.Therefore,when artificially planting H.ammodendron and H.persicum for sand control,the planting interval should be 6 m,and seedlings should be planted next to adults to minimize the competition between plants,which can promote the renewal of H.ammodendron and H.persicum and the stabilization of the ecosystem.
基金supported by Tehran University of Medical Sciences&Health Services grant(Grant No:96-02-86-35482)
文摘Heracleum persicum Desf. ex Fisch is used in Iranian traditional medicines, for the treatment of various diseases including neurological, gastrointestinal, respiratory, rheumatological and urinary tract diseases. In phytochemical analysis of H. persicum, several classes of natural chemicals including volatile （aliphatic esters, carbonyls, phenyl propenes and terpenes） and nonvolatile （flavonoids, furanocoumarins, tannins and alkaloids） constituents as well as different minerals have been identified. Scientific studies on H. persicum proved that it has a wide range of biological and pharmacological activities. This article has provided comprehensive information on Iranian traditional uses, phytochemistry and pharmacolog- ical activities of H. persicum.
基金Supported by Universiti Putra Malaysia.the project via Research University Grant Scheme(RUGS)(Vote No.9322400)
文摘Objective:To develop a protocol lor breaking of seed dormancy and increasing the seed germination rate of Bunium persicum.Methods:The seeds were treated with 3.1.6.3.12.5.25.50 and 100 μmol/L of benzyl aminopurine.gibberellic acid(GA,),thidiazuron(TDZ) and forchlorlenuron.Then,seeds were transferred to two different temperature conditions including room temperature(25 ℃) and chilling temperature(2-5℃).Results:The treatment of moist seeds with chilling temperature(2—5℃) broke seed dormancy and showed maximum germination,which was 54.7%after 60 d treatment.Also,the treatment of dn seeds with chilling temperature broke seed dormancy with 9.3%germination rate after 120 d.Treatment of seeds with different level of plant growth regulators showed that under moistroom condition,there was evidence ol higher and lower seed germination rate:GA,(100 μmol/L)with 46.7%and TDZ(50 μmol/L) with 6.67%respectively.In addition,the results showed that under moist-chilling condition.TDZ(6.3 μmol/L) with 53.3%seed germination rate had higher influence on breaking seed dormancy.Treatment of seeds with combination of TDZ and GA_3 under moistchilling condition revealed higher rale of breaking of seed dormancy when 6.3 μmol/L TDZ was combined with 100 μmol/L GA,.showing 93.7%genninatiou rate.Conclusions:The effect of plant growth regulators coupled with chilling temperature on breaking of seed dormancy could provide a large number of seedlings while the long juvenile time which is the next restricting factor of plantation still remained.Thus,the subsequent growth of seedlings to provide a large number of corms is necessary for successful plantation.
基金supported by the Tunisian Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research,Research General Direction,Excellence Project(21P2ES-D1P3)the International Foundation for Science(IFS)(I1-D-6596-1).
文摘Biological invasion represents a major worldwide threat to native biodiversity and environmental stability.Haloxylon persicum was introduced to Tunisia(North Africa)with Saharan bioclimate in 1969 to fix sandy dunes.Since then,it has gained significant interest for its potential to colonize,proliferate,and become naturalized in Tunisia.Hence,understanding the seed germination response of H.persicum to abiotic conditions,including temperature,water stress,and salt stress,is crucial for predicting its future spread and adopting effective control strategies.Our work investigated the germination behavior of this invasive plant species by incubation at temperatures from 10.0℃ to 35.0℃ and at various osmotic potentials(-2.00,-1.60,-1.00,-0.50,and 0.00 MPa)of polyethylene glycol-6000(PEG6000,indicating water stress)and sodium chloride(NaCl,indicating salt stress)solutions.Results showed remarkable correlations among the seed functional traits of H.persicum,indicating adaptive responses to local environmental constraints.The maximum germination rate was recorded at 25.0℃ with a rate of 0.39/d.Using the thermal time model,the base temperature was recorded at 8.4℃,the optimal temperature was 25.5℃,and the ceiling temperature was found at 58.3℃.Besides,based on the hydrotime model,the base water potential showed lower values of -7.74 and -10.90 MPa at the optimal temperatures of 25.0℃ and 30.0℃,respectively.Also,the species was found to have excellent tolerance to drought(water stress)compared to salt stress,which has implications for its potential growth into new habitats under climate change.Combining ecological and physiological approaches,this work elucidates the invasive potential of H.persicum and contributes to the protection of species distribution in Tunisian ecosystems.
基金The project was funded by Hebei Forestry Bureau (0008261)
文摘To identify the theoretic foundation for maintaining and improving high quality varieties and breeding new F1 hybrids, flower color segregation occurred in the offspring in both self-pollination and cross- pollination of varieties of different colors were investigated. The main results indicate that the heredity of Cyclamen persicum color follows both quantitative and qualitative hereditary regularity. All genes can be classified as two groups of the throat-gene and coronal-gene occupying different spots on the chromosome. The colored gene is the dominant gene, while the white gene is the recessive one. The gene groups and their quantity determine the color of cyclamen persicum. And sometimes the throat- gene and the coronal-gene take a recombination, forming a new type of flower.
