rootpluscompound
Rootpluscompound, abbreviated RPC, is a synthetic plant growth regulator developed to influence root development in higher plants. It is used in horticulture research and, in some controlled settings, in nurseries to promote stronger root systems and improve transplant success. RPC is described as a small organic molecule featuring a substituted aryl sulfonamide moiety linked to a heteroaromatic ring. The exact structure can vary in different formulations, but the core activity relies on modulation of signaling pathways that regulate root meristem activity.
Studies suggest RPC modulates auxin transport and signaling, leading to increased lateral root formation and deeper
RPC is synthesized through a multip-step process that typically begins with an aryl amine, conversion to a
Applications include enhancement of root establishment in cuttings and seedlings, screening for root architecture traits, and