α-Naphthaleneacetic acid (1-NAA)

- Overview
  - α-Naphthaleneacetic (1-NAA) acid is a synthetic auxin plant hormone and is routinely used for the vegetative propagation of plants from stem and leaf cutting.
    α-Naphthaleneacetic (1-NAA) acid is soluble in acetone (50 mg/mL), isopropyl alcohol, and other organic solvents.
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- Properties
  - CAS Number
    
    86-87-3
    
    Molecular Formula
    
    C12H10O2
    
    Molecular Weight
    
    186.21
    
    Appearance
    
    White to light yellow powder
    
    Storage
    
    2-8°C
    
    * For research use only
- Applications
  - Application Description
    
    Plant Biology Applications: The effect of NAA on plant growth is greatly dependent on the time of admission and concentration. When used after four weeks, NAA stimulates shoot growth, while full time use limits growth. When used in a 4-week pulse, adventitious root growth is greatly increased (Ashburner, 1993)