Phytase activity in the rhizosphere of crops, trees and grasses under arid environment [An article from: Journal of Arid Environments]

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Phytase activity in the rhizosphere of different crops, trees, and grasses were compared in an arid environment as affected by temperature and tillage. The rhizosphere activity was increased 37-103% compared to fallow soils (controls). Legumes contributed significantly more than pearl millet (Pennisetum americanum). Neem, Azadirachta indica, had highest phytase activity among the trees, and sewan grass, Lasiurus sindicus, resulted in more activity among grasses. A strong linear regression (r^2=0.896; p