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What are plant hormones?

Plant hormones are signal molecules produced within the plants that control plant growth. They are chemical in nature and are produced in very low amounts. Plant hormones are also known as phytohormones.

Auxins, Gibberellins and cytokinins are few of the plant hormones.


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