Description
IBA (Indole-3-butyric acid) is a plant hormone belonging to the auxin family and assists in initiating root formation; the in vitro process is called micropropagation. Aside from accelerating root formation, it is used on various crops to stimulate flower development and the growth of fruits. This ultimately increases crop yields.
Historically, products that contained IBA were used to protect plants during transplantation by stimulating root growth and decreasing shock.
Product Specifications
Indole-3-butyric acid
4-(3-Indolyl)butyric acid
MOLECULAR BIOLOGY GRADE
Formula: C12H13NO2
MW: 203.24 g/mol
Color/Purity: Off-white
PubChem Chemical ID: 8617
U.S. EPA PC Code: 046701
Storage/Handling: Store at 4°C. Protect from light.
Selected References
Müller B, Sheen J (2008). Cytokinin and auxin interaction in root stem-cell specification during early embryogenesis. Nature, 453(7198):1094-7
Hwang I, Sheen J, Müller B (2012). Cytokinin signaling networks. Annual review of plant biology 63: 353-380
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