Application of mesoporous silica nanoparticles to members of the family of Cucurbitaceae
US12187658B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 17, 2020 |
| Grant date | Jan 7, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 29, 2043 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC01P2006/16
- WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method improves yield and/or combats Fusarium wilt in a member of the family Cucurbitaceae wherein the method comprises applying mesoporous silica nanoparticles to a seed or plant of the member of the family Cucurbitaceae. Chitosan may be used in combination with the mesoporous silica nanoparticles. The mesoporous silica nanoparticles are usable as an agricultural amendment with or without the chitosan. Of particular interest is watermelon (Citrullus lanatus). When seeds of Citrullus lanatus are infused with mesoporous silica nanoparticles with or without the chitosan increased germination was observed.
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