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Modernizing the Floriculture Supply Chain

Propagation

29 Aug 2019

Quantification of Poinsettia Root Growth by Image Scans or X-ray Computed Tomography Scans in Three Propagation Substrates at Varied Moisture Levels

Erin J. Yafuso, Paul R. Fisher, and Ana C. Bohórquez (University of Florida)

Refining protocols to quantify rooting of plant cuttings and the water/air microenvironment of substrates using x-ray computed tomography (CT). 

Quantification of Poinsettia Root Growth by Image Scans or Xray (2363 KB)

Contributing universities

Texas A&MUniversity of MarylandMichigan State UniversityClemsonUniversity of Florida

We thank the USDA-ARS for supporting our research.

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