Sorghum root system properties
Sorghum is a plant with fibrous root system. The primary seed roots are underdeveloped and the secondary roots are developed. The root system of sorghum can reach a depth of 140-170cm in the soil and a distribution range of 70-70cm. 80cm, on the 2nd to 3rd nodes at the base of the stem.
Characteristics of sorghum root system: root function
The root functions of sorghum roots and other plants are the same, that is, support and absorption. Sorghum relies on roots to support its own growth and mainly relies on roots for absorption. Moisture and inorganic nutrients.
Root system structural characteristics
The primary seed roots and secondary permanent roots of sorghum, as well as the lateral roots and fine roots from the secondary permanent roots, plus supporting roots, are the same. Sorghum constitutes a large and strong fibrous fibrous root system. The characteristic of sorghum roots is that their shapes are very variable, and their roots will change with different cultivation conditions and varieties.
The appearance and pictures of the sorghum root system
The outermost part of the sorghum root system is the epidermis. Its outer wall is suberized, and inward is the cortex composed of large parenchyma cells, and the sheath of the central column. Has xylem and phloem, which are arranged in a radial direction. There are vessels in the xylem through which water and inorganic salts absorbed by the roots are transported to the stems and leaves.