I'm doing a research on winter squash, but i have a hard time finding any scientific data about the suberizationprocess in winter squash.
Raghad Mouhamad
Temperature: Warmer post-harvest temperatures (25-30°C) promote faster suberization, while lower temperatures slow it down. Humidity: High humidity (90-95%) is needed to prevent tissue dehydration and support suberization. Wounding: Suberization is triggered by wounds during harvesting or handling, as the plant forms suberin to protect the tissue. Oxygen Availability: Adequate oxygen is essential for suberin biosynthesis, while anaerobic conditions can hinder the process. Hormones: Hormones like abscisic acid (ABA) and ethylene regulate suberization, increasing in response to stress. Calcium: Calcium helps with cell wall integrity, supporting the suberization process. Harvest Timing: More mature fruits suberize better than immature ones. Cultivar Differences: Genetic variation among squash varieties affects their ability to suberize.
The suberization process in winter squash is influenced by several factors:
In short, suberization is affected by environmental conditions, physiological factors, and the specific cultivar of winter squash.
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