Release characteristics of encapsulated formulations incorporating plant growth factors

Slawomir Wybraniec, Liliana Schwartz, Zeev Wiesman, Arie Markus, David Wolf

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Abstract

The release characteristics of encapsulated formulations containing a combination of plant growth factors (PGF)-plant hormones (IBA, paclobutrazol), nutrients (fertilizers, microelements), and fungicide (prochloraz)-were studied. The formulations were prepared by encapsulating the active ingredients in a polyethylene matrix and, in some cases, subsequently coating the product with polyurethane. Dissolution experiments were carried out with both coated and non-coated formulations to determine the sustained release patterns of the active ingredients. The PGF controlled-release systems obtained have been shown to promote development of root systems, vegetative growth, and reproductive development, in cuttings, potted plants, or garden plants of various plant species. These beneficial effects are attributable to the lasting and balanced PGF availability provided by these systems.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)235-245
Number of pages11
JournalJournal of Environmental Science and Health - Part B Pesticides, Food Contaminants, and Agricultural Wastes
Volume37
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - 2002
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Controlled-release formulations
  • Indolebutyric acid
  • Paclobutrazole
  • Plant growth factors
  • Prochloraz

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