Adsorbs inhibitory substances: Creates a healthier environment for plant cells to grow
Adjusts medium pH: Optimizes conditions for morphogenesis and cell development
Simulates soil conditions: Provides a darkened, nutrient-rich environment for tissue culture
Removes growth inhibitors: Reduces effects of chemicals like 5-hydroxymethyl furfural
Nutrient and PGR release: Gradually releases naturally present nutrients and plant growth regulators
Summarized by Shop
Activated Charcoal (AC) is often used in plant tissue culture to improve cell growth and development (Pan and van Staden, 1998). The addition of AC to both liquid and semi-solid media is a recognized practice and its influence on growth and development may be attributed mainly to the adsorption of inhibitory substances in the culture medi