The Response of Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) Seedling to Foliar Application of Cultar (Paclobutrazol) Under Controlled Conditions

Abstract

Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) belongs to the Solanaceae family, considered as one of the most widely grown vegetable in the world, with a very high daily consumption compared to other vegetables. Tomato has being also recognized as a rich source of vitamins and minerals; 100 gm fresh tomato contains 3.5 gm carbohydrate, 0.98 gm protein, 0.50 gm β-carotene, 0.35 mg iron and 10-100 mg ascorbic acid (Rashid, 1993).