Growth, mineral composition, and seed oil of sesame (Sesamum indicum L.) as affected by boron and exchangeable sodium
Yousif, Y.H.; Bingham, F.T.; Yermanos, D.M.
Soil Science Society of America Proceedings 36(6): 923-926
1972
DOI: 10.2136/sssaj1972.03615995003600060026x
Accession: 000105479
In a nutrient-solution experiment, the B content of leaf blades, petioles and stems of sesame plants was highly correlated with the B content of the substrate. B content was highest in the leaf blades and lowest in the stem. Concentrations of more than or equal to 5 mg B/l inhibited growth and seed production and resulted in leaf necrosis and premature leaf drop. Foliage of plants receiving excess B contained >700 mu g B/g (DM basis).