Foliar Application of Melatonin and Ascorbic Acid Mitigates Salinity Stress by Improving the Morpho-Physiological, and Antioxidant Defense System in Canola (Brassica Napus L.)

Key Points

• Canola plants showed enhanced growth metrics, demonstrating improved morpho-physiological responses to salinity stress.
• Observational analysis of foliar application of melatonin and ascorbic acid revealed significant increases in antioxidant activity.
• Experimental treatments effectively reduced the detrimental effects of salinity, enhancing overall plant health and resilience.
• These findings suggest that melatonin and ascorbic acid may serve as advantageous treatments in managing salinity stress in crops.