- Energy transport
- Cell division
- Nucleic acid synthesis
- Protein synthesis
- Component in cell membranes (phospholipids)
- Carbohydrate metabolism
Phosphorus (P)
What is phosphorus important for?
Symptoms of phosphorus deficiency
Phosphorus deficiency is shown by fewer and smaller potatoe tubers, small, dark green younger leaves, stunted plants, red colouration on stems and leaves, lower fruit quality and reduced storage potential.
Whereby phosphorus deficiency is enhanced?
- Acidic or severely alkaline (calcareous) soil
- Low humus content
- Coldness or moisture
- Crops with a poorly develop root system
- Phosphate-fixing soil
- High iron and aluminium content
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