Malmgren Modified Terrestrial Orchid Medium contains inorganic and organic nutrients as described by Malmgren in 1996. The medium is used for the in vitro seed germination of many terrestrial orchid species specially Cypripedium. It is a nutrient blend of inorganic salts, vitamins, amino acid and gelling agent. Calcium phosphate provides phosphate and acts as modulator in enzymatic reactions. Additionally, it is supplemented with casein hydrolysate which serves as a source of organic nitrogen and enhances multiplication of protocorm like bodies. Pineapple powder aids in cell differentiation. Microelements like Boron, Manganese, Molybdenum, Copper, Iron and Zinc enhance metabolism in plants. Thiamine, pyridoxine, nicotinic acid act as enzymatic cofactors in universal pathways including glycolysis and TCA cycle along with primary and secondary metabolism in the plants. Activated charcoal adsorbs the inhibitory leachouts from the medium. The product is plant tissue culture tested but it is the sole responsibility of the user to ensure the suitability of the medium for individual species.
Application: Malmgren Modified Terrestrial Orchid Medium Contains inorganic and organic Nutrients as Described by Almgren in 1996. the Medium is used for the invitro Seed Germination of Many Terrestrial Orchid Species Specially Cypripedium
- Appearance: Grey to black, homogenous, free flowing powder
- Solubility: 28.8 gms/litre soluble after boiling in distilled water
- Color and Clarity: Grey to black solution, opaque gel is formed on cooling
- Gelling: Firm gel formed at pH: 5.75 ± 0.5