The practical
application of apical dominance has been recognized for its significant role in
tap root development, as well as its potential in horticulture and everyday
gardening practices.
For instance, applying
synthetic auxin to potato tubers effectively inhibits the sprouting of lateral
buds (eyes), resulting in an extended storage period of potatoes from one year
to three years. In addition, the technique of "pinching off" stem
tips to promote lateral branching, commonly used in plants like Coleus and
Christmas trees, enhances their fullness and bushiness.
Furthermore, growth
correlation is evident in fruits and flowers as well. Thinning of fruits leads
to the remaining fruits growing larger in size, while removing all buds except
one can result in the development of a single, much larger flower, as seen in Chrysanthemums.
This delicate balance between vegetative and reproductive parts of the plant is
crucial during growth and development.
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