Biotechnology Bulletin ›› 2017, Vol. 33 ›› Issue (2): 1-7.doi: 10.13560/j.cnki.biotech.bull.1985.2017.02.001

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Recent Advances on Inhibition Mechanisms of Calcium on Plant Diseases

WANG Fang1, LI Zhen-lun2, CHEN Yan-li1, YANG Shui-ying1, XU Yi2   

  1. 1. Chongqing Key Laboratory of Plant Disease Biology,College of Plant Protection,Southwest University,Chongqing 400716;
    2. Chongqing Key Laboratory of Soil Multiscale Interfacial Process,College of Resources and Environment,Southwestern University,Chongqing 400716
  • Received:2016-08-01 Online:2017-02-26 Published:2017-02-08

Abstract: Calcium is not only an essential nutrient for plant growth,also plays an important role in the growth and development of plants. The prior studies have revealed that calcium may reduce the occurrence of plant diseases. Here we summarize the mechanisms of calcium eliminating plant diseases:Calcium involves in the formation of organizational structure and increases the stability of plant cells,induces plants to produce defense response,and regulates plant antioxidant system,therefore enhancing the disease-resistance of plant;calcium inhibits the growth of pathogen;calcium plays a synergetic role with biocontrol agents on the control of plant diseases and pathogens. In addition,the potential issues and application prospects of mineral elements on controlling plant disease are also discussed,aiming at providing the reference for further research.

Key words: calcium, plant disease, inhibition mechanism