How Removing Plant Leaves Changes Root Growth in Watermelons
Scientists studied how removing different parts of watermelon plant tops affects the growth of new roots on grafted seedlings. They found that removing just …
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Plant Hormones That Help Crops Survive Droughts and Heat
Scientists have discovered that plants naturally produce special chemicals called strigolactones that help them survive tough conditions like droughts, salty …
Read MorePlant Hormones Help Rice Grow Better in Poor Soil
Scientists discovered that a plant hormone called brassinosteroid helps rice plants absorb nutrients more efficiently when soil is lacking phosphorus, an …
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