Liquid Silicon has an important role in the uptake and vascular transport of mineral nutrients, and can greatly improve the mechanical "strength" of the plant and its resistance to fungal diseases. Silicon has also been shown to result in higher concentrations of chlorophyll per unit area of leaf tissue. The addition of Liquid Silicon to nutrient solutions can greatly reduce the incidence and severity of fungal diseases including Botrytis (bud rot) and powdery mildew. Recent research has demonstrated that raising the silicon concentration in hydroponic solutions produced thicker, whiter, healthier root systems and increased yields. Silicon's functions: Improves uptake of nutrients and transport through the plant. Strengthens cell walls, helping plants to resist attacks from fungi and mites. Increases chlorophyll production leading to darker green leaves and improved light collection. Increases uptake of available CO2 and utilises the enhanced metabolic processes to deliver higher yields. Silicon has also been shown to result in higher concentrations of chlorophyll per unit area of leaf tissue. This means that a plant is able to tolerate both lower and higher light levels by using more of the available light.
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