Protein hydrolysate formulations on vase life for cut roses

Authors

  • Adalberto Di Benedetto .
  • Daniel Pittaluga .
  • Diego Benedicto .

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15361/1984-5529.2006v34n2p269%20-%20272

Abstract

This study investigated the effects of commercial protein hydrolysate formulations applied by different methods for improving cut rose quality and vase life. The experiment was performed on plants of Cardinal roses. Four commercial products [Agrostim®, TerraSorb® (foliar), TerraSorb® (substrate) and AminoQuelant®)] containing amino acids and low molecular weight peptides were used. A generalized increase in dry weight of flowering shoots was observed when products were applied for a relatively long time (5 months at a weekly frequency). A correlated increase in vase life was also found. The response was independent of the application method.Additional key words: rose; postharvest; cut flower; amino acids; peptides

How to Cite

DI BENEDETTO, A.; PITTALUGA, D.; BENEDICTO, D. Protein hydrolysate formulations on vase life for cut roses. Científica, Dracena, SP, v. 34, n. 2, p. 269–272, 2008. DOI: 10.15361/1984-5529.2006v34n2p269 - 272. Disponível em: http://cientifica.org.br/index.php/cientifica/article/view/129. Acesso em: 22 nov. 2024.

Issue

Section

Animal Production