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PhytoTech Labs™ Eeuwen’s Y3 Basal Medium
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Specialized Culture Medium for Coconut and Palm Tissue Culture
Specifications:
| Application | Plant Cell Culture, Agricultural and horticultural research | ||
| Storage Temperature | Ambient | ||
| Product Type | Dehydrated Culture Media | Forms | Powder |
| Product Brand | PhytoTech Labs | ||
| Product Grade | Plant Cell Culture | ||
Eeuwen’s Y3 Basal Medium is a specialized plant tissue culture medium developed by Eeuwens (1976) to support enhanced shoot growth and development in coconut palms (Cocos nucifera). Unlike general-purpose media, this formulation is tailored with elevated potassium chloride levels and increased potassium iodide concentration, designed to mimic the mineral composition of coconut’s natural coastal habitat.
This optimized nutrient profile promotes improved physiological response, making Y3 medium highly suitable for palm species tissue culture, plant biotechnology, and agricultural research applications.
Key Features
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Optimized for Coconut Tissue Culture
Specifically formulated to enhance growth of Cocos nucifera and related palm species. -
Enhanced Mineral Composition
Contains high levels of potassium chloride and increased potassium iodide for improved growth response. -
Supports Natural Growth Conditions
Mimics coastal mineral environments to promote physiological stability. -
Improved Shoot Development
Encourages consistent shoot proliferation and regeneration. -
Powdered Format for Flexibility
Enables customization with plant growth regulators and supplements.
Applications
- Coconut (Cocos nucifera) tissue culture
- Palm micropropagation (oil palm, date palm, etc.)
- Shoot induction and regeneration studies
- Plant biotechnology and crop improvement
- Agricultural and horticultural research
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Eeuwen’s Y3 Basal Medium |
| Product Code | E2563 |
| Form | Powder |
| Application | Plant tissue culture |
| Target Species | Coconut palms and other palm species |
| Key Composition Features | High potassium chloride, elevated potassium iodide |
| Preparation | Reconstitute in distilled water before use |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place |
Packaging & Ordering Information
| Product Code | Pack Size | Description |
|---|---|---|
| E2563-10L | 10 L | Powder for preparation of 10 liters medium |
| E2563-50L | 50 L | Powder for preparation of 50 liters medium |
Preparation Guidelines (General)
- Dissolve the required quantity in distilled water
- Adjust pH (typically 5.6 – 5.8)
- Add plant growth regulators as required
- Sterilize by autoclaving
Eeuwen’s Y3 Basal Medium is a purpose-designed formulation for coconut and palm tissue culture applications, offering a nutrient composition tailored to support optimal growth conditions. Its enhanced mineral profile and adaptability make it a reliable choice for laboratories and research facilities focused on plant propagation and agricultural biotechnology.
- Pack Size: Powder for preparation of 10 liters medium Powder for preparation of 50 liters medium