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  • Plant Physiology
  • Photosynthesis Research
  • Agricultural Science

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  • Intrinsic water use efficiency (Wi) is crucial for plant productivity and water conservation.
  • Understanding the physiological traits influencing Wi is essential for targeted improvement.
  • Fluctuating light conditions challenge plant water regulation due to differing temporal responses of CO2 assimilation (A) and stomatal conductance (gs).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a model that predicts leaf-level gs and A under fluctuating light, dissecting Wi into key traits.
  • To identify specific physiological and anatomical traits that can be targeted to improve Wi.
  • To investigate the impact of leaf anatomy on the temporal dynamics of A, gs, and Wi.

Main Methods:

  • A novel model was developed to scale stomatal behavior from the leaf level.
  • The model simulates diurnal periods with natural light fluctuations to predict A and gs.
  • The model was used to analyze the influence of stomatal density, photosynthetic capacity, stomatal closure, and light sensitivity on Wi.

Main Results:

  • Stomatal density and photosynthetic capacity were confirmed as important determinants of Wi.
  • Incomplete stomatal closure in darkness and light sensitivity significantly impact Wi.
  • A high stomatal density leads to rapid gs response but can decrease Wi.
  • Negative feedback from accumulated photosynthetic products explained the diurnal decline in A and gs.

Conclusions:

  • The study successfully dissected Wi, highlighting the roles of stomatal traits and photosynthetic capacity.
  • Leaf anatomy, particularly stomatal density, influences the temporal dynamics of gas exchange and Wi.
  • Targeting stomatal closure mechanisms and light sensitivity, alongside photosynthetic capacity, offers potential for enhancing plant water use efficiency.