Catalog Number
ACM12771685
Category
Heterocyclic Organic Compound
Description
Ancymidol is an anti-gibberellin and can inhibit ornamental plant growth.
Synonyms
α-Cyclopropyl-α-[4-methoxyphenyl]-5-pyrimidinemethanol
Molecular Weight
256.3 g/mol
Molecular Formula
C15H16N2O2
Appearance
White to Yellow Powder
Application
Ancymidol is a plant growth retardant. It inhibits the oxidation of ent-kaurene, an enzyme that interferes with the biosynthesis of gibberellins. It has been reported that plant treated with ancymidol has a dwarf-like appearance due to the reductions of internodes elongation.
Notes
Plant Tissue Culture Tested
Storage Temperature
2 to 8 °C