Abstract:
Medicinal plants are natural sources of bioactive compounds whose therapeutic properties have been recognized for millennia. Among these, mustard stands out due to its wide range of biological properties, being used as an expectorant, analgesic, antibacterial, antioxidant, digestive stimulant, and diuretic. Mustard cultivation is influenced by several risk factors, including soil quality, susceptibility to diseases common to other crops, pest pressure, and occasionally reduced seed germination capacity. The aim of this study was to evaluate the potential of three Pseudomonas bacterial strains as plant growth-promoting agents for mustard, with the objective of improving seed germination and supporting plant development under cultivation constraints.
Description:
The research was carried out within project 020101 InBioS – “Innovative biotechnological solutions for agriculture, medicine and environment” funded by Ministry of Education and Research of the Republic of Moldova.