Enhanced micropropagation of Miscanthus × giganteus: a sustainable approach to optimal regenerated plant growth
摘要
This study investigated the effect of 10 µM copper sulfate (CuSO₄) on the micropropagation of Miscanthus × giganteus. The results showed that CuSO₄ supplementation enhances regeneration efficiency and phenolic content in long-term callus cultures of M. × giganteus, with notable cultivar-specific differences. The ‘Nagara’ cultivar exhibited a higher regeneration rate, increasing from 26 to 43% after six months of CuSO₄ supplementation, and maintained this potential after 12 months. In contrast, the ‘Illinois’ cultivar showed regeneration capability only during the six-month culture period, with no regeneration observed under control conditions. Phenolic content increased significantly during CuSO₄ supplementation, particularly in the ‘Illinois’ cultivar, where a fivefold increase was observed after 12 months. Monitoring the influence of CuSO₄ over time showed that 18-month-old plants from both cultivars, derived from the CuSO₄-supplemented cultures, exhibited improved physiological traits, with plant biometric parameters remaining intact. The observed trend supports the possibility of incorporating the in vitro propagation of Miscanthus × giganteus on a larger scale while maintaining optimal growth. These results also rule out any negative effects of the proposed protocol on the biomass production efficiency making it a promising solution for Miscanthus cultivation. Our study highlights the role of CuSO₄ in sustaining regeneration and provides a valuable tool for optimizing propagation protocols for bioenergy crops.