Comparative evaluation of the allelopathic interference of inside and peripheral extracts of Eugenia florida DC leaves on the primary development, mitotic index and chromosomal abnormalities of Lactuca sativa L
Comparative analysis of phytotoxic and cytogenotoxic effects using different extraction methods on Lactuca sativa, suggesting the potential for ecological agricultural applications.
Key Points
Different extracts of Eugenia florida affect primary development and induce cytotoxic alterations in Lactuca sativa.
Peripheral leaf extracts using hydroethanolic extraction showed significant phytotoxic effects on root elongation and morphological abnormalities.
Bioassays revealed a mitodepressive effect greater than 50%, although no genotoxic damage was detected.
This study highlights the ecological potential of E. florida extracts in agriculture, indicating future research directions.