Boron is a crucial part of cell walls in plants, and it also has many industrial applications. Boron is important for manufacturing Pyrex, a borosilicate glass, as well as glazes, cleansers and food preservatives, as stated by the Royal Society of Chemistry. read more
While boron is an important nutrient on its own, it also has a positive impact on the uptake of potassium and phosphorus in many plants. In short-term experiments, uptake of potassium and phosphorus were severely reduced under low boron conditions. read more