6-Benzylaminopurine

- Overview
  - 6-Benzylaminopurine (BAP) is a first generation cytokinin plant growth regulator influencing plant growth and development. It is widely used as a supplement in plant growth media. It can inhibit respiratory kinase and increase post-harvest life. 6-Benzylaminipurine is sparingly soluble in water.
    
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    Background
    
    Cytokinins are involved in photosynthesis, nutrient assimilation, stress responses, and senescence. They are recognized by histidine kinases, and this signal triggers gene expression.
- Properties
  - CAS Number
    
    1214-39-7
    
    Molecular Formula
    
    C12H11N5
    
    Molecular Weight
    
    225.25
    
    Appearance
    
    White powder
    
    Solubility
    
    Sparingly soluble in water
    
    Storage
    
    2-8 °C
    
    * For research use only
- Applications
  - Application Description
    
    Plant Biology Applications: BAP is found primarily in plant roots and shoots where it induces gene expression involved in plant growth and development responses. It can induce premature flowering and increase the leaf and flower number in Dendrobium orchids (Nambiar et al. 2012). Somatic embryogenesis in wild rice (Oryza perennis) was induced from cultured mature seeds and young inflorescences. 6-Benzylaminopurine was used for induction of a compact callus and somatic embryos. Plant regeneration occurred on media containing BAP in combination with IAA and NAA (Wang et al, 1987).