Re: [DIYbio] How can I check a plant is UV resistance or not what are the experiments i can do

As mentioned, since this breaks down to chemistry, and following the observations that boosting those chemicals brings life back to a plant, I'd guess its mostly a matter of a plant being able to produce more of those chemicals to counteract any given oxidant influx such as UV. When you severe parts from plants those pieces lose their chemistry response factory. On my grounds, I can think of interesting exceptions such as certain cactus & stiff succulent types like euphorbia, and certain bromeliads (heart of flame), that are so near indestructible (I mean for 6+ months even here in FL), that theres some interesting endurance mechanisms to be found there I'm sure. But grab most any item off the grocery shelf, stick in UV and done. Sensence also comes into play here, which can be downregulated with cytokinin growth regulators like benzylaminopurine. You might also try and find a link between UV->ethylene production, should be some link down in there someplace. I dont think you'll hit true yahzee results, in a clean efficient manner, without having PGR's in your toolkit.

On Thursday, February 21, 2013 5:41:58 AM UTC-5, debadutta bhoi wrote: