Ultrastructural effects of salinity stress in higher plants

Abstract

Salinity stress induces various types of ultrastructural changes in higher plant cells. These structural changes provide useful information as to the underlying mechanism of salinity stress. In this report the ultrastructural effects of salinity (NaCl) stress in crop plants especially in rice are described based on the research work conducted in our laboratory. Relevant research results are also described and the possible mechanisms of ultrastructural changes are discussed. © 2006 Springer. All Rights Reserved.