Changes in proline level and peroxidase activity in bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L. cv. carioca) leaves and roots were studied in response to salinity conditions. Peroxidase activity of (EC 1.11.1.7) and proline concentration in bean leaves were higher than in roots. The results showed that peroxidase activity decreased while proline levels increased in bean grown in saline conditions. Increasing salinity levels in the nutrient solution were followed by a significant accumulation of sodium in the roots, with a concomitant decline of potassium.
bean; peroxidases; proline; salinity