The Ultimate Plumeria Care Guide

The tendency of the main stem of Plumeria to grow stronger and faster than side stems due to hormonal control.

Synonyms:
Main Stem Growth
Alternative Meanings:
  • Apical dominance
    The inhibition of lateral bud growth by the presence of the hormone auxin in a plant?s terminal bud. Removing the growing tip removes auxin and promotes lateral bud break and subsequent branching, usually directly below the cut.

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