aeroponik

Aeroponik, or aeroponics, is a soilless cultivation method in which plant roots hang in air and are periodically misted with a nutrient solution. The technique emphasizes high oxygen exposure for roots and precise nutrient delivery, typically within a controlled environment such as a greenhouse or vertical farming setup.

In a typical aeroponic system, plants are supported by a scaffold or net pot; their roots extend into a sealed chamber where spray nozzles deliver a fine mist at set intervals. The mist is replenished from a reservoir, and operators monitor parameters such as pH, electrical conductivity, and temperature. Aeroponic systems can be configured as closed-loop (recirculating) or open-loop.

Advantages include faster plant growth, efficient water and nutrient use, reduced space requirements, and the ability to control the root environment independently of the canopy. Potential limitations are higher initial and operating costs, reliance on reliable pumps and sensors, risk of root dehydration or over-saturation if misting fails, and a greater need for technical management to prevent nozzle clogging or disease.

Applications are mainly in controlled-environment agriculture for leafy greens, herbs, microgreens, and some fruiting crops such as tomatoes and strawberries, as well as in plant physiology research and space biology experiments. The technique is considered a form of hydroponics and is often discussed alongside other soil-less cultivation methods and vertical farming systems.