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Growing Science

Understanding Phytohormones

Plant hormones, called phytohormones, are chemical compounds that circulate through the plant, signaling and regulating its life cycle from seedling to maturity. In animals, hormones are “chemical messengers” produced by the endocrine glands. While plants do not have hormone-producing glands, phytohormones influence similar physiological processes as mammalian hormones, including growth, reproduction and even senescence.[1] In this blog post, we’ll discuss the importance of phytohormones, the specific types of phytohormones and the benefits of their exogenous application from natural sources. Why phytohormones matter Phytohormones are …
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