Sunday Feb 23, 2025

Guttation: What the deuce?!

In today's episode of Hydroponics Daily, we dive into the fascinating world of guttation, a phenomenon where water droplets mysteriously appear on the edges of leaves. These droplets form due to root pressure pushing xylem sap through the leaves, especially in conditions of high humidity or early in the morning.

We explore how this process is different from evaporation-driven sap movement and clarify that guttation droplets are not to be confused with honeydew, the sugary secretion from pests like aphids. The episode also touches on how guttation may hold potential for extracting active ingredients from genetically modified plants.

Join us as we explore this intriguing natural process, and feel free to share your thoughts or interesting facts about guttation in the comments below!

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