Unraveling the mode of action of the natural growth-promoting phenylpropanoid cis-cinnamic acid Ghent University
The natural compound cis-cinnamic acid has a remarkably strong effect on plant growth, and
particularly on the roots. Recent results from our research explain this to be a consequence of the
improper distribution of the plant hormone auxin. However, when applied at optimal
concentrations we found that cis-cinnamic acid has a positive effect on the growth of different
plant species. This specific characteristic proves ...