Planting device facilitating observation and sampling of plant root system
The container with side sampling holes and lids allows for non-invasive root sampling, protecting plant growth and enabling accurate, three-dimensional root analysis.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422411760.3
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-10-08
- Publication Date
- 2025-07-15
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-10-08
AI Technical Summary
Traditional root sampling methods are time-consuming and labor-intensive, easily damage plants and interfere with their growth, resulting in inaccurate experimental data.
Multiple dislocation sampling holes are provided on the side of the planting container, and cover plates and sealing rings are equipped to ensure that they are closed when not taken. The transparent cover plate is used for easy observation, and the shading area is adjusted through movable cover, protecting plant growth and preventing moisture and soil loss.
It realizes convenient and damage-free root sampling and real-time monitoring to protect plant growth, improve experimental efficiency and data accuracy, supports multi-angle stereoscopic observation of root distribution, and reduces experimental cycles.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model belongs to the technical field of plant observation, and particularly relates to a planting device convenient for observing and sampling plant roots. Background Technique
[0002] Plant roots are the main organs for plants to absorb water and nutrients, and their health status directly affects the growth and development of plants. Traditional root sampling methods require digging up the entire plant, which is not only time-consuming and laborious, but may also cause serious damage to the plant and affect its subsequent growth. In addition, traditional methods may also interfere with the natural growth state of the roots, resulting in inaccurate experimental data. Therefore, there is an urgent need for a new method that can conveniently sample roots without digging up the plant.
[0003] In recent years, with the in-depth research of plant physiology and ecology, convenient and non-destructive root sampling techniques have gradually become a research hotspot. The design of this application is based on this demand, and by opening sampling holes on the side of the planting container, convenient sampling and real-time monitoring of plant roots can be achieved. Content of the Utility Model
[0004] The purpose of the embodiment of the utility model is to provide a planting device convenient for observing and sampling plant roots, aiming to enable researchers to conveniently sample and observe roots without affecting plant growth by arranging a plurality of sampling holes arranged in a staggered manner on the side of the container, so as to solve the problems existing in the above background technique.
[0005] The embodiment of the utility model is realized as follows: A planting device convenient for observing and sampling plant roots includes a planting container body, and further includes:
[0006] Sampling holes, a plurality of sampling holes are provided, and the sampling holes are distributed on the side of the planting container body;
[0007] Cover plates, the cover plates are installed on the sampling holes, and when the cover plates are pushed to be in the same plane as the side of the planting container body, the sampling holes are in a closed state;
[0008] Wherein, the planting container body and the cover plates are made of the same material, and the cover plates are tightly combined with the planting container body by rotation or buckling to ensure complete sealing when not sampling.
[0009] Preferably, a sealing ring is also arranged between the sampling holes and the cover plates.
[0010] Preferably, the sealing ring is processed from rubber or silica gel materials to prevent the loss of water and soil and ensure the stability of the internal environment of the planting container body.
[0011] Preferably, the cover plate is made of transparent material so that researchers can observe the root growth without sampling.
[0012] Preferably, a movable cover is damping-slidingly installed on the side of the sampling hole on the planting container body. A dial is fixedly installed on the outside of the movable cover, and a groove for receiving the dial is formed on the planting container body.
[0013] After the movable cover is pulled down, it is located outside the closed cover plate and is used to adjust the light-shielding area of the cover plate as needed.
[0014] The planting device provided by the embodiment of the present utility model for facilitating the observation and sampling of plant roots has the following beneficial effects:
[0015] 1. Good convenience: There is no need to dig plants, and root sampling can be conveniently carried out through the sampling hole on the side.
[0016] 2. Protect plants: Avoid excessive interference with plant roots and protect the normal growth of plants.
[0017] 3. Reusable: The container and the cover plate can be reused, which is economical and environmentally friendly.
[0018] 4. Good sealing performance: The seal ring design effectively prevents water and soil loss and ensures the stability of the environment inside the container.
[0019] 5. Real-time monitoring: Through the optional transparent cover plate, the root growth status can be monitored in real time, which is convenient for researchers to conduct dynamic observation.
[0020] 6. Observation of three-dimensional root distribution: Allows for detailed observation of the three-dimensional distribution of plant roots. By opening holes on the side, researchers can observe the growth direction and distribution of roots from multiple angles. This helps to more comprehensively understand the development pattern of roots at different stages. Combining with fractal theory, researchers can quantitatively analyze the complexity and fractal dimension of roots, thereby more deeply understanding the growth law and adaptation mechanism of roots in different environments. And it enables researchers to conveniently observe and record roots of different thicknesses, from the main root to the fine capillary roots. Through the root window, the three-dimensional distribution of roots at all levels in the soil can be regularly measured and recorded without damage and accurately, so as to analyze the roles and efficiencies of different roots in absorbing water and nutrients. In addition, the setting of the root window device solves the problem of conveniently obtaining fresh test samples without damaging the main roots, so as to analyze the changes of roots at different development stages, long-term track the growth and development process of roots, and help researchers understand the responses and adaptation mechanisms of roots under different growth conditions.
[0021] 7. Improving research efficiency: The root window device simplifies and enhances root system research. Researchers can observe the same root sample multiple times during the experiment, reducing the need for experimental samples and the experimental cycle, and improving research efficiency and resource utilization. Description of the Drawings
[0022] Figure 1 The three-dimensional structure of a planting device for facilitating the observation and sampling of plant roots provided by an embodiment of the present utility model Figure 1 ;
[0023] Figure 2 The three-dimensional structure of a planting device for facilitating the observation and sampling of plant roots provided by an embodiment of the present utility model Figure 2 ;
[0024] In the drawings: 1 - planting container body; 2 - sampling hole; 3 - cover plate; 4 - sealing ring; 5 - movable cover; 6 - groove; 7 - dial block. Detailed Embodiment
[0025] In order to make the objectives, technical solutions and advantages of the present utility model more clear and understandable, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the present utility model and are not used to limit the present utility model.
[0026] The following describes the specific implementation of the present utility model in detail with reference to specific embodiments.
[0027] As Figures 1 to 2 shown, a structural diagram of a planting device for facilitating the observation and sampling of plant roots provided by an embodiment of the present utility model includes a planting container body 1, sampling holes 2 and a cover plate 3. A plurality of sampling holes 2 are provided, and the sampling holes 2 are distributed on the side surface of the planting container body 1; the cover plate 3 is installed on the sampling holes 2 and is designed to be detachable. When the cover plate 3 is pushed to be in the same plane as the side surface of the planting container body 1, the sampling holes 2 are in a closed state; wherein, the planting container body 1 and the cover plate 3 are made of the same material, and the cover plate 3 is tightly combined with the planting container body 1 by rotation, snap or other fixing methods to ensure complete sealing when not sampling.
[0028] A planting device for facilitating the observation and sampling of plant roots provided by the present application provides a convenient and non-destructive root sampling method by arranging a plurality of sampling holes 2 on the side surface of the planting container body 1. This method is not only simple to operate and easy to use, but also can effectively protect the normal growth of plants, ensure the accuracy of experimental data, and has broad application prospects and promotion value.
[0029] In an example of the present utility model, the planting container body 1 is usually cylindrical or square, and the material includes but is not limited to plastics, ceramics or other materials suitable for planting. The size of the container can also be selected according to actual needs, usually with a diameter of 20 - 50 cm and a height of 25 - 60 cm; in addition, the diameter of the sampling hole 2 is usually 5 - 10 cm, and the position is close to the bottom of the planting container body 1. The specific size can be adjusted according to needs, but it should not affect the structural strength of the planting container body 1.
[0030] Meanwhile, when sampling holes 2 are arranged on multiple sides of the planting container body 1, the following advantages exist:
[0031] 1. Omnidirectional monitoring:
[0032] 1.1. Multi - angle observation: By opening multiple "root windows" at different positions of the container, researchers can observe the growth of the root system from different angles, such as the distribution, branching, and development of fine roots of the root system;
[0033] 1.2. Reducing blind spots: Multiple openings can avoid the problem that a single position cannot fully display the root system structure, making the observation more accurate;
[0034] 2. Three - dimensional monitoring:
[0035] 2.1. Up - and - down level monitoring: By opening holes at the upper and lower parts of the container respectively, the distribution of the root system in different soil layers can be observed, which is very useful for understanding the growth habits of the root system in the depth direction and the nutrient and water absorption efficiency;
[0036] 2.2. Multi - level analysis: The "root windows" at multiple positions can better display the three - dimensional structure of the root system in the container, enabling researchers to conduct more detailed three - dimensional analysis.
[0037] In summary, opening "root windows" at multiple positions around and up - and - down the container can more comprehensively monitor the growth of the plant root system. Especially when three - dimensional observation and multi - dimensional analysis are required, this design will greatly improve the richness and accuracy of data.
[0038] As Figure 1 shown, as a preferred embodiment of the present utility model, a sealing ring 4 is also arranged between the sampling hole 2 and the cover plate 3.
[0039] In an example of the present utility model, the sealing ring 4 is made of rubber or silica gel materials to prevent the loss of water and soil and ensure the stability of the environment inside the planting container body 1.
[0040] As Figure 2As shown, as another preferred embodiment of the present utility model, the cover plate 3 is made of a transparent material, so as to facilitate researchers to observe the root growth without sampling.
[0041] As Figure 1 shown, as another preferred embodiment of the present utility model, a movable cover 5 is damped and slidably installed on the side of the sampling hole 2 on the planting container body 1. A dial block 7 is fixedly installed on the outer side of the movable cover 5, and a groove 6 for receiving the dial block 7 is formed on the planting container body 1.
[0042] In an example of the present utility model, after the movable cover 5 is pulled down, it is located outside the closed cover plate 3 and is used to adjust the light-shielding area of the cover plate 3 as needed; by providing the movable cover 5, it can be ensured that the roots are not affected by external light and temperature changes during non-observation time, and the cover plate 3 and the movable cover 5 are arranged in a set.
[0043] During actual use, taking a cylindrical planting container with a diameter of 30 cm and a height of 25 cm as an example, the specific implementation steps are as follows:
[0044] Opening the sampling hole 2: A sampling hole 2 with a diameter of 7 cm is opened at a position about 5 cm from the bottom of the planting container body 1. The edge position of the sampling hole 2 should be smooth to avoid damaging the roots;
[0045] Setting the sealing ring 4: A rubber sealing ring 4 is installed at the edge of the sampling hole 2 to ensure that the sampling hole 2 can be completely sealed when not in use;
[0046] Configuring the cover plate 3: A cover plate 3 with the same size as the sampling hole 2 is configured. The cover plate 3 is fixed on the sampling hole 2 by rotation to ensure sealing, and the design of the cover plate 3 should be convenient for operation to ensure that researchers can quickly open and close it;
[0047] Sampling: When sampling is required in the experiment, rotate and open the cover plate 3, insert the root sampling tool, and after sampling, tighten the cover plate 3 to seal it.
[0048] For those skilled in the art, it is obvious that the present utility model is not limited to the details of the above-described exemplary embodiments, and can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or basic characteristics of the present utility model. Therefore, in any aspect, the embodiments should be regarded as exemplary and non-limiting. The scope of the present utility model is defined by the appended claims rather than the above description. Therefore, all changes falling within the meaning and scope of the equivalent elements of the claims are intended to be included in the present utility model.
[0049] In addition, it should be understood that although this specification is described in terms of embodiments, not every embodiment contains only an independent technical solution. This narrative style of the specification is only for clarity. Those skilled in the art should regard the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.
Claims
1. A planting device convenient for observing and sampling plant roots, comprising a planting container body, characterized in that, Further comprising: Sampling holes, a plurality of which are provided, and the sampling holes are distributed on the side surface of the planting container body; A cover plate, which is installed on the sampling hole, and when the cover plate is pushed to be in the same plane as the side surface of the planting container body, the sampling hole is in a closed state; Among them, the planting container body and the cover plate are made of the same material, and the cover plate is tightly combined with the planting container body by rotation or snap connection to ensure complete sealing when not sampling.
2. The planting device for facilitating the observation and sampling of plant roots according to claim 1, characterized in that, A sealing ring is also arranged between the sampling hole and the cover plate.
3. The planting device for facilitating the observation and sampling of plant roots according to claim 2, characterized in that, The sealing ring is processed from rubber or silica gel materials to prevent the loss of moisture and soil and ensure the stability of the internal environment of the planting container body.
4. A planting device facilitating plant root system observation and sampling according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cover plate is made of a transparent material to facilitate researchers to observe the root growth situation without sampling.
5. The planting device for facilitating the observation and sampling of plant roots according to claim 1, characterized in that, A movable cover is damping slidably installed on the side surface of the planting container body where sampling 2 is located. A dial block is fixedly installed on the outside of the movable cover, and a groove for receiving the dial block is opened on the planting container body; The movable cover is located outside the closed cover plate after being pulled down, and is used to adjust the light-shielding area of the cover plate as needed.