Practice mode Horticulture

In tissue culture, what is the development of distorted, swollen, translucent leaves that eventually become necrotic called?

Correct answer B. Vitrification

Explanation

Vitrification, also called hyperhydricity, is a disorder of cultured plantlets where excess water accumulates in tissues, making leaves glassy, brittle and swollen, often from high humidity in the culture vessel.

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