Heat Stress in Plants – Cantharis is here to stay

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  • Heat stress is a major, on-field challenge for the germination process.
  • In this study, authors explored the possibility of Cantharis in alleviating the heat stress in germinating seeds of cowpea.
  • Cantharis, a clinically proven remedy, has been used in humans in various cases of burns; in this study, it was used at 200c potency and compared with ethanol 200c.
  • Water-soaked seeds were subjected to heat stress (45°C for 8 hours) and were allowed to germinate for 5 days in a germination chamber.
  • It was observed that

Cantharis 200c can counteract the deleterious effects of heat stress on juvenile tissues and membranes and can be used effectively to counter heat stress in tropical countries, especially during summer

Original Study Ref: Sarkar T, Konar A, Sukul NC, Sukul NC. Cantharis 200c counters heat stress in germinating seeds of Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp. Int J High Dilution Res. 2021 ;17(3-4):9-19.

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