Biostimulator Epin-extra for indoor plants: instructions for use

Author of the article: Anna Vladimirovna | Updated: 02/22/2022

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Over the past years, flower shops have been delighting us with the diversity of their assortment, and rarely can anyone resist buying a delightfully flowering plant. Unfortunately, after some time our new pet loses its former beauty and begins to waste away. It is almost impossible to return it to growth and flowering with simple watering. In such cases, the use of immunomodulators is recommended, but flower growers often do not understand how to use them. From this article you will learn why phytohormones are needed and why Epin is important for indoor plants.

Description of the drug Epin-extra

The basis is the first steroidal synthetic phytohormone 24-epibrassinolide. The substance is present in every cell of the plant organism, but in very small concentrations. It is completely identical to the natural hormone. Works as a progressive adaptogen, strong anti-stress, immunostimulant.

A natural plant hormone was first synthesized by a group of American biologists in 1979. Currently, more than 40 brassinosteroids have been obtained. The class of compounds has been studied for more than 20 years, and today its promise in home floriculture has been proven.

Suitable for processing:

• geraniums (Star, Tulip, Variegated, Royal);
• violets (Wasp, Chalice, Pansy, Bell, Star);
• ficus (Microcarpa, Benjamina, Montana, Carica, Parcella, Ginseng, Amstel, Oakleaf);
• citrus fruits, coffee trees (lemon, tangerine, kumquat, Arabian coffee, Nana);
• indoor roses (Prima Ballerina, Clementine, Hummingbird, Orange Jewel, Green Ice, Easter Morning);
• cyclamen (European, Persian);
• palm trees (Pandanus, Areca, Washingtonia, Cycas, Howea, Brochea, Gioforba, Date);
• azaleas (Concinna, Celestina, Erie, Niobe, Paul Sheme);
• orchids (Cattleya, Oncidium, Phalaenopsis, Miltonia, Vanda, Dracula).

Plant growth regulator Epin: a miracle of the 21st century

Epin is a biological growth stimulator that helps maintain a healthy immune system in indoor plants.
The main component of the drug is epibrassinolide, a chemical compound completely identical to the natural hormone. The drug Epin has the most beneficial effect on the growth and quality of domestic plants. Those who have already tried it speak with delight about it as a true miracle of the 21st century. What is this incredible drug and how does it work? We will talk about this in detail in our article.

1. Properties of the drug and effectiveness
2. How to dilute Epin for spraying indoor plants: instructions for use
3. Epin price and where to buy
4. Reviews of Epin Extra

Composition and release form

The concentrate is a clear liquid with a slight alcoholic odor, which foams slightly when diluted. The active ingredient is a solution of epibrassinolide in alcohol 0.025 g/l.

Peculiarity! The product contains shampoo for better treatment of the leaf surface.

Release form:

• ampoules 0.25 ml;
• 50 ml bottles;
• 1 liter bottles

General information

The drug is available in liquid form: in ampoules of 0.25 mg. The main component is epibrassinolide. This substance is produced in small quantities in plants, slowing down the work of hormones that inhibit the growth of seedlings (ethylene and abscisic acid).

It is possible to use Epin according to the instructions both for seedlings and for crops planted in open ground. Properties of the drug:

• increasing productivity;
• reduction in the amount of nitrites and pesticides in fruits;
• protection against temperature changes.

Important! Using Epin Extra for seedlings allows you to quickly restore damaged crops, accelerating regenerative processes.

Useful properties for indoor plants

Plant microorganisms contain a minimal amount of phytohormones; additional feeding is a valuable source of such compounds. The phytoadaptogen is characterized by extensive protective and stimulating effects. The immunomodulator effectively increases resistance to stress and disease, and regulates growth. Improves bud formation, ensures abundant flowering.

Important! Epin rejuvenates adult plants, awakening the active growth of green mass, budding, and release of flowers. Young specimens do not get sick and are less likely to suffer from negative influences.

The product is characterized by high antioxidant properties. Regulates the flow of ions into plant cells, preventing the accumulation of radioactive elements and heavy metals. The flower is “tuned” to the independent production of other phytohormones. It begins to produce its own growth stimulants - cytokines, auxins, gibberellins, ethylene, abscisic acids. All of them are necessary for a specific stage of development.

Benefit:

• rapid germination of seeds of roses, violets, date palms, ficus, citrus trees;
• increased growth, formation of normal plant size;
• acceleration of the period of budding, transition to flowering;
• complete survival of seedlings. The percentage of germination increases, the rooting zone, number, and average length of roots increase. The quality of the planted material increases;
• increases immunity against infectious fungal and bacterial diseases;
• due to the content of the shampoo, it is used as a “stick” for pests;
• strengthens protective mechanisms - the plant organism activates the synthesis of the amino acid proline. This triggers production processes under extreme conditions (salinity, drought, low, high temperatures). At the same time, the green mass and the amount of chlorophyll increase, and the shedding of buds and shedding of flowers is prevented.

Why and in what cases is it used?

Use the product if you want to start flowering and improve the decorative qualities of flowers. Protect indoor plantings in stressful situations, pest infestations, and unfavorable growing conditions.

Application cases:

• transplantation of young and adult plants, seedlings, children;
• moving, adaptation to a new place;
• cooling, overheating;
• before and after the growing season;
• weak, excessive lighting;
• underfilling, overfilling;
• onset and development of diseases;
• harmful environment - dust, lack of ventilation, cigarette smoke.

Instructions for use

Preparative form – solution, 1 ml contains 40 drops of Epin-extra. A drop corresponds to 0.025 ml of active substance.

How to dilute the solution?

Use boiled, filtered water at room temperature. Check the pH level. In an alkaline environment, fertilizer loses some of its beneficial properties. To increase acidity, add 2 grains of citric acid or 1-2 drops of vinegar.

Instructions:

1. Prepare the composition on the day of treatment.
2. Measure the dosage with an insulin syringe. It is convenient to pierce the ampoule with a needle, covering the hole with a piece of tape. Epin is removed from the bottle without a needle.
3. Store opened packaging for no more than 48 hours.
4. Mix the solution thoroughly and use as directed. It is suitable for use only on the day of dilution.

Table No. 1. Regulations for preparing the solution

Soaking seeds and bulbs

If you want to increase the germination of seeds, soak the planting material in a concentrated solution. Use 4 drops per 100 ml. Duration - 18-20 hours. Bulbs of indoor flowers are soaked differently. Prepare the composition by taking 3 drops per 100 ml, or 1 ampoule per 2 liters. Duration – 24 hours.

For seedlings

Treat young shoots 2-3 times a month. Use spraying technology, taking 7 drops per 200 ml. If you plan to plant in a new pot or pick, then a day before or immediately after, moisten the leaf plates with a more concentrated product (7 drops/100 ml).

For feeding

If the flower is experiencing stressful conditions after moving, dilute 1 ampoule into 5 liters. Spray fertilizer on the green mass once every 7 days. Fertilizing against wilting, damage, and disease is carried out every week until the plant organism is completely cured. Working solution – 7 drops per 100 ml.

For watering and spraying flowers

Work in the evening or morning hours. Place the flower in the bath to prevent damage to surrounding surfaces.

What to do:

1. Wipe the sheet plates from dust on both sides.
2. Pour the solution into a spray bottle. Set to fine feed.
3. Spray, evenly wetting the inside and outside of the leaves. Maintain a distance of 50 cm.
4. Then evenly moisten all parts of the flower (shoots, trunk).
5. The plant will absorb the fertilizer in 2-4 days. Repeated treatment is possible after a week.
6. Fertilizer is not absorbed by the root system, so watering is not carried out.

Important! Spraying on seedlings is carried out when there are already 2-3 true leaves.

How to prepare seeds for treatment with Epin

If for any reason you are warming up the seeds or carrying out a disinfection procedure, then this must be done first.

Treatment with Epin is the final step in preparing seeds for sowing. Some people recommend keeping the grains for 15-20 minutes in a thermos with water at a temperature of 50°C before soaking, then disinfecting them if necessary and only then soaking them in Epin.

IMPORTANT! Epin's action has a “shelf life” of 2 weeks. If the treatment was carried out more than 14 days ago, then before sowing it will be necessary to soak again.

Can it be used with other drugs?

The product works in conjunction with fungicides, insecticides, vitamin and mineral supplements, and growth regulators. The exception is alkaline solutions. Possible options:

• + Cytovit/Inta vir/Decis (2 drops/100 ml) – for pre-treatment of seeds, relieving stress during transplantation;
• + Ferovit/Fitoverm (5 ml/5 l) – with a lack of light, the onset of diseases;
• +Domotsvet/Zircon (3 drops/200 ml) – to accelerate budding and abundant flowering.

Peculiarity! The drug does not work with fertilizers containing humic acids, Bordeaux mixture (Ekorost, Living Force, Humimax).

Benefits of use

• the biological basis of the drug ensures absolute safety for humans, other warm-blooded organisms, insects, and, most importantly, for bees;
• the preparations “Epin” and “Zircon” are not phytotoxic, not only do they not inhibit plants, but on the contrary, they stimulate their vitality, enable them to adapt to unfavorable factors and activate their growth and development;
• improve plant health, increases their resistance to phytopathogens that cause diseases;
• universal in use for all plants;
• economical to use (5-50 ml/ha);
• increase productivity by 30-50%;
• reduce the number of necessary pesticide treatments or reduce their use by 30-50%;
• The drugs fully comply with international standards in terms of efficiency and environmental safety.

Advantages of using the growth regulator "Zircon" together with the nutrient solution "Tsitovit"

Possible harm and precautions

The solution does not pose a serious danger to humans, domestic animals, fish, and does not pollute the environment. It belongs to class 3B (low hazardous), which is due to the content of ethyl industrial alcohol.

Precautionary measures:

• use protective clothing, gloves, mask, goggles;
• When spraying, remove animals and children from the premises. Keep the drug out of their reach;
• prepare fertilizer in a separate container not intended for food purposes;
• when processing, refuse to eat, drink, or smoke;
• in case of contact with unprotected areas of skin, wash off with soapy water;
• if the composition gets into your eyes, rinse with Miramistin;
• wash your face, hands, rinse your mouth after spraying.

Is it possible to treat the soil with Epin before sowing?

Treating the soil with Epin is pointless, since both the phytohormone and its chemical analogue affect the plant and its systems.

There will be no special effect from tillage, except perhaps from residual amounts of the substance that can get on the planted seeds. Moreover, as a result of getting into the soil, chemical compounds that affect seeds and plants in general will most likely be destroyed.

Storage rules, price and analogues

The product should be stored at a temperature range of -5+25 degrees, isolated from medications and food. The place must be protected from access by animals and children. The price of a 50 ml bottle is 288 rubles, 1 ml ampoules are 13 rubles.

The analogue of the active substance is ComCat (Germany). This is an extract from wild plants containing natural phytohormones. Epin is replaced with other growth stimulants, for example, Agat-25 K, Ribav-Extra, Narcissus, Prorostok, Atlet, Corvitol.

Synthetic hormones successfully help indoor flowers. Use Epin-extra to care for your home greenhouse - the plants will respond with lush green mass and abundant, long-lasting flowering.

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