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DOI	10.1016/j.sajb.2024.01.037
	Unveiling floral secrets of the Sahara: Exploring melliferous plant diversity in North African honey through melissopalynological insights
	Laallam, Hadda; Chenchouni, Haroun
通讯作者	Chenchouni, H
来源期刊	SOUTH AFRICAN JOURNAL OF BOTANY
ISSN	0254-6299
EISSN	1727-9321
出版年	2024
卷号	166 页码:398-412
英文摘要	In the distinctive ecosystem of the Saharan Desert in Algeria, the biodiversity of pollen in natural bee honey remains poorly understood. This study aimed to unravel the intricate relationship between pollen richness, beekeeping variables, and the diverse flora of this extremely arid environment. Honey samples collected from the Saharan Desert of Algeria underwent melissopalynological analysis. The study investigated the effects of four key variables-climate zones, honey extraction techniques, bee breeds, and beekeeping systems-on pollen diversity. Non-parametric diversity estimators were employed and compared among categories of the honey-related variables. The melissopalynological examination identified 89 species and 34 botanical families, with Asteraceae, Brassicaceae, and Fabaceae being the most prominent. Significant variation in pollen richness was observed across different factors. Notably, honey samples harvested manually exhibited greater pollen richness than those extracted using centrifugation. The influence of bee breeds and beekeeping systems on pollen composition was evident, with Saharan bee populations showing preferences for specific plant species. Furthermore, pollen diversity parameters indicated an underrepresentation of melliferous plant richness in the studied arid regions. The dominance of specific plant families highlights their significance in this harsh environment, where bees act as vital pollinators. The interplay between bee foraging preferences and the limited floral diversity of arid zones shapes pollen composition. The application of diversity estimators unveiled hidden richness, underscoring the necessity for comprehensive sampling. This study enriches our understanding of the complex dynamics between pollen diversity, bee behaviour, and the unique challenges of the Algerian Sahara. It underscores the pivotal role of bees in conserving native flora and emphasizes the importance of maintaining plant-pollinator interactions in extreme ecosystems. The melissopalynological analysis serves as a vital tool for assessing honey quality and enhancing our knowledge of melliferous plant diversity, contributing to improved beekeeping practices and biodiversity management. The findings hold implications for conservation efforts, sustainable beekeeping, and the ecological balance of arid regions. Further research remains essential to unveil the nuances of melliferous plant diversity in extreme environments and to predict, protect, and manage biodiversity effectively. (c) 2024 SAAB. Published by Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
英文关键词	Algerian Sahara Apis mellifera Biodiversity analysis Melliferous plants Melissopalynology Natural bee honey Pollen profile
类型	Article
语种	英语
收录类别	SCI-E
WOS记录号	WOS:001177106500001
WOS关键词	SPECIES RICHNESS ; FUNCTIONAL TRAITS ; POLLEN ; REGION ; BEES ; EVOLUTION ; GRADIENT ; SAMPLES ; SOIL ; L.
WOS类目	Plant Sciences
WOS研究方向	Plant Sciences
资源类型	期刊论文
条目标识符	http://119.78.100.177/qdio/handle/2XILL650/405676
推荐引用方式 GB/T 7714	Laallam, Hadda,Chenchouni, Haroun. Unveiling floral secrets of the Sahara: Exploring melliferous plant diversity in North African honey through melissopalynological insights[J],2024,166:398-412.
APA	Laallam, Hadda,&Chenchouni, Haroun.(2024).Unveiling floral secrets of the Sahara: Exploring melliferous plant diversity in North African honey through melissopalynological insights.SOUTH AFRICAN JOURNAL OF BOTANY,166,398-412.
MLA	Laallam, Hadda,et al."Unveiling floral secrets of the Sahara: Exploring melliferous plant diversity in North African honey through melissopalynological insights".SOUTH AFRICAN JOURNAL OF BOTANY 166(2024):398-412.