Concept information

biosphere > organism > plant (biology) > plant biostimulant

Preferred term

plant biostimulant  

Definition

  • material which contains substances and/or microorganisms whose function when applied to plants or the rhizosphere is to stimulate natural processes to benefit nutrient uptake, nutrient efficiency, tolerance to abiotic stress, and/or crop quality, independently of its nutrient content

Broader concept

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URI

http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/15260

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