Tropisms
Tropisms are directional growth responses that enable plants to adapt to their environment by growing toward or away from specific stimuli. Key types include phototropism (response to light), where plants grow toward a light source to maximize photosynthesis, and gravitropism, which directs roots downward and stems upward in response to gravity. Hydrotropism allows roots to grow toward moisture, ensuring water absorption in dry soils, while thigmotropism enables plants like vines to wrap around objects for structural support when they encounter touch stimuli. Chemotropism is observed in the fertilization process, where pollen tubes grow toward chemical signals from the ovules. These adaptive responses are fundamental for plant survival, and understanding them in biotechnology can lead to innovations in crop resilience and improved growth efficiency in various environments.
P E Rajasekharan
ICAR-IIHR, India
Valasia Iakovoglou
UNESCO chair Con-E-Ect, International Hellenic University, Greece
Rameshkumar K B
Jawaharlal Nehru Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute, India
Selina Sterup Moore
Aarhus University, DenmarkSubmit your abstract Today
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