Biostimulant potential of Sargassum horridum hydrolysate on the development of cucumber (Cucumis sativus) seedlings
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https://doi.org/10.19136/era.a13nVI.5153Keywords:
Brown macroalgae, acid hydrolysis, germination, growthAbstract
The genus Sargassum possesses high biotechnological value due to its content of bioactive compounds and nutrients, positioning it as a promising raw material for the development of sustainable agricultural inputs. This research aimed to evaluate the biostimulant potential of a Sargassum horridum hydrolysate obtained under acidic conditions on the germination and initial development of cucumber (Cucumis sativus) seedlings compared to a commercial product (Trialga-L®). Seedlings treated with the Sargassum horridum hydrolysate showed significantly greater stem and root growth than that observed with the commercial product. Although the concentration of 2.0 mS cm-1 reduced chlorophyll content and decreased the germination rate index compared to the control, it is concluded that the S. horridum hydrolysate constitutes a mixture capable of supporting seedling development, validating its use as a strategy for the valorization of brown algae in agriculture.
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