The term macro elements refers to those elements that are needed by the plant in a very large amount. Nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P) and potassium (K) are in the group of highly consumed elements, and this article discusses the role of these elements and their deficiency symptoms in plants.
The role of nitrogen in plants:
- Contribute to the formation of amino acid structure
- Helping cell division and vegetative growth
- important role in carrying out the process of photosynthesis
- Helping to form carbohydrates
Symptoms of nitrogen deficiency in plants
- Leaf yellowness and chlorosis due to lack of chlorophyll synthesis
- Browning and necrosis of old leaves
- Fast delivery and lack of quality product production
