Formation Mechanisms and Functions of Plant Rhizosheath and Its Application in Rice Production

JIA Meijie, CHEN Haotian, ZHONG Xiaohan, WANG Weilu, ZHANG Weiyang

doi:10.16819/j.1001-7216.2026.250506

Chinese Journal OF Rice Science >

2026 , Vol. 40 >Issue 3: 292 - 301

DOI: https://doi.org/10.16819/j.1001-7216.2026.250506

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Formation Mechanisms and Functions of Plant Rhizosheath and Its Application in Rice Production

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¹ Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Crop Genetics and Physiology / Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Crop Cultivation and Physiology/Agricultural College of Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, China
² Jiangsu Co-innovation Center for Modern Production Technology of Grain Crops/Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, China

Received date: 2025-05-15

Revised date: 2025-11-28

Online published: 2026-05-13

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Abstract

The rhizosheath is a sheath-like complex formed through the adhesion of root exudates and root hairs, especially in the root hair zone, to surrounding soil particles, microorganisms, and organic matter. It serves to protect root tips, enrich and activate rhizosphere nutrients, and enhance plant nutrient uptake. Its formation is influenced by both biological factors (e.g., rhizosphere microorganisms) and abiotic factors (e.g., soil texture, moisture, and nutrient status). In rice production, the rhizosheath holds potential for improving nutrient absorption and use efficiency, enhancing stress adaptation, and optimizing the rhizosphere microenvironment. Therefore, in-depth research on the formation mechanism of the rice rhizosheath and its intrinsic links with nutrient acquisition, environmental responses, and yield formation is of great significance for elucidating its functional role in rice growth and for promoting innovations in genetic improvement and cultivation management.

Key words： rhizosheath; formation mechanism; function and applications; rice

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JIA Meijie, CHEN Haotian, ZHONG Xiaohan, WANG Weilu, ZHANG Weiyang . Formation Mechanisms and Functions of Plant Rhizosheath and Its Application in Rice Production[J]. Chinese Journal OF Rice Science, 2026 , 40(3) : 292 -301 . DOI: 10.16819/j.1001-7216.2026.250506

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