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This study reveals that combining the root endophytic fungus Serendipita indica (S. indica) with the actinobacterium Zhihengliuella sp. ISTPL4 (Z. sp. ISTPL4) synergistically enhances rice growth. This microbial partnership boosts key plant biochemicals, offering a sustainable solution for increasing agricultural productivity.

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  • Agricultural Science
  • Microbiology
  • Plant Science

Background:

  • Increasing global demand for agricultural productivity faces challenges from soil degradation and water scarcity.
  • Microbial inoculants are crucial for developing sustainable agricultural systems.
  • Rice cultivation is particularly vulnerable to these environmental pressures.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the interaction between Serendipita indica (S. indica) and Zhihengliuella sp. ISTPL4 (Z. sp. ISTPL4).
  • To evaluate the synergistic effects of this microbial combination on rice (Oryza sativa L.) growth.
  • To explore novel microbial strategies for enhancing crop yield.

Main Methods:

  • Confocal and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) to analyze fungal spore morphology.
  • Liquid chromatography with tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) for metabolite analysis.
  • Sequential inoculation of rice with S. indica and Z. sp. ISTPL4, followed by biochemical analysis.

Main Results:

  • Z. sp. ISTPL4 positively interacted with and promoted the growth of S. indica, increasing spore germination and size by 27%.
  • Co-culture led to increased production of alanine and glutamic acid.
  • Combined inoculation significantly enhanced rice chlorophyll content (57%), total soluble sugar (47%), and flavonoid content (39%).

Conclusions:

  • This study demonstrates a novel synergistic interaction between the fungus S. indica and actinobacterium Z. sp. ISTPL4 for rice growth promotion.
  • The combined microbial inoculum significantly improves rice biochemical and physical characteristics.
  • This synergistic microbial combination holds potential for boosting yields in other crops, contributing to agricultural sustainability.