Its function within the plant is to regulate the opening and closing of stomata, and the transport of carbohydrates, in addition to acting on transpiration and fruit quality, among others.
Deficiency – Characterized by a beginning of necrosis in the margins and tips of older leaves and soon after, in young leaves.
Evolving to reddening of areas located between the secondary veins and subsequent necrosis. In the quality of the fruits, the effects are manifested in the form of acidic fruits and of reduced size.
