indoolazijnzuur
Indoolazijnzuur, commonly abbreviated as IAA, is a naturally occurring plant hormone belonging to the auxin class. It is the most abundant and important of the naturally occurring auxins in plants. IAA plays a crucial role in regulating various aspects of plant growth and development.
Primarily, IAA influences cell elongation, a fundamental process in plant growth. It also promotes root formation
The synthesis of IAA occurs mainly in young leaves, buds, and developing seeds. It is then transported