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Effect of ethylene inhibitors on the longevity of cut carnations (Dianthus caryophyllus L.) and ethylene production by flowers.

Author(s) : WAWRZYNCZAK A., GOSZCZYNSKA D. M.

Type of article: Article

Summary

The effect of 24-h pulse treatment with STS, AOA, AIB and ATA on the longevity of cut carnations (Dianthus caryophyllus L.) cultivars 'Dolce Vita', 'impala', 'Domingo', 'Tanga' and 'Charlotte' was investigated. Among all the inhibitors tested, STS was the most effective in prolonging the vase life of carnations. A marked increase in flower longevity of all tested cultivars was also found when AOA or AIB were applied. ATA had a positive effect on vase life of four cultivars, but did not extend the longevity of 'Domingo' flowers. STS and AOA were most active in inhibiting ethylene production in 'Dolce Vita' carnations. Application of AIB or ATA delayed by 2 days the onset of climacteric ethylene production in flowers and decreased its level.

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  • Original title: Effect of ethylene inhibitors on the longevity of cut carnations (Dianthus caryophyllus L.) and ethylene production by flowers.
  • Record ID : 2005-0276
  • Languages: English
  • Source: J. Fruit ornam. Plant Res. - vol. 11
  • Publication date: 2003

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