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Ibtissem Ben Hammouda1, Katarzyna Pokajewicz1, Beata Messyasz2
1Faculty of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Department of Analytical Chemistry, Opole University, Oleska 48, 45-052 Opole, Poland.
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Phytohormones, or plant hormones, are intrinsic organic compounds within plants. These compounds have a significant impact as essential plant growth and development regulators, influencing processes from seed germination to fruit ripening. The exogenous application of these phytohormones, such as gibberellic acid (GA3), indole-3-acetic acid (IAA), and brassinosteroids, has been shown to significantly enhance horticultural productivity, with reported increases in germination, growth, and yield ranging from 10-40%. These signaling molecules are also vital for micro and macroalgae development and functioning. Recognizing their presence within algae presents a fresh perspective for horticultural researchers and cultivators, offering opportunities to enhance the quality and application of horticultural crops. Nevertheless, the challenge arises from the presence of phytohormones in trace amounts, complicating their extraction and identification. This paper will offer a comprehensive overview of phytohormone classification and detection methods and highlight their presence in algae, which may serve as an alternative for promoting plant growth in agriculture.
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