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Journal Article
Functional Changes of Rhizosphere and Non-Rhizosphere Soils Under the Decline of Pinus sylvestris var. mongolica Plantations
2025
Overview
The decline of Mongolian Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris var. mongolica) plantations in the “Three-North” shelterbelt region is closely linked to soil degradation. This study compared rhizosphere and non-rhizosphere soils across different stand ages, focusing on nutrient availability, microbial biomass, enzyme activities, and soil particle morphology. Results showed that SOC and TN accumulated with age, whereas AP, AK, and pH declined in older stands, indicating progressive acidification. Results demonstrated that SOC and TN increased with stand age, whereas AP, AK, and pH exhibited a marked decline in the older stands (stands aged ≥ 40 years), reflecting progressive acidification and nutrient depletion. Rhizosphere soils consistently displayed higher SOC, TN, microbial biomass, and enzyme activities than non-rhizosphere soils, largely driven by root exudation and enhanced microbial turnover. The increasing Cmic/Nmic ratio with age suggested a fungal-dominated microbial community, which may exacerbate stand decline by fostering pathogenic fungi. Scanning electron microscopy revealed pronounced particle fragmentation and surface roughness with increasing stand age, particularly in rhizosphere soils, indicating root-driven physical and biochemical weathering. These findings highlight the synergistic effects of stand development and rhizosphere processes on soil structure and fertility, providing a theoretical basis for the sustainable management and restoration of declining plantations.
Publisher
MDPI AG
Subject
/ Age
/ Biomass
/ Carbon
/ Enzymes
/ Forests
/ Nitrogen
/ Pinus sylvestris var. mongolica
/ Scanning electron microscopy
/ Soils
