Gibberelic Acid (GA3) Solution, 1mg/mL, Sterile

It has a role in cell division and elongation of tissues in cultures. In some plants, including Arabidopsis and peas, it helps in seed germination. It’s supplemented with growth media like Murashige and Skoog media for the proper development of young leaves and stems. It’s essential for the flowering of plants. It’s also used for agricultural and home gardening uses.

Follow the given steps to prepare the tissue culture media using PCT’s GA3 solution: Prepare liquid tissue culture media using PCT’s MS, DKW, or any other alternative media. Add sugar based on the quantity of media you’re making (generally, 30 grams of sugar is added for 1-liter media), 1 ml/L PPM, and 3-4 grams per liter of gellan gum or 6-8 grams per liter of agar. Then, add the desired quantity of the plant hormone. Autoclave the medium for 20 minutes at 15 psi and 121°C. Your media is ready!

Promote seed dormancy break and stimulate germination Increase stem length by promoting cell elongation Promote cell division and fruit growth Break bud dormancy