Vitamin C Boosts Black Seed Plant Health and Yield
Jenn Hoskins
6th April, 2024
Image Source: Natural Science News, 2024
Key Findings
- Scientists found vitamin C boosts black cumin growth and medicinal yield
- Vitamin C increased chlorophyll, oil content, grain yield, and photosynthesis
- Best results were seen with vitamin C sprayed at specific plant growth stages
AgricultureBiotechPlant Science
References
Main Study
1) Exogenous application of ascorbic acid improves physiological and productive traits of Nigella sativa.
Published 15th April, 2024 (future Journal edition)
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e28766
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