Inorganic Plant Poisons and Stimulants

Inorganic Plant Poisons and Stimulants by Winifred Elsie Brenchley delves into the effects of metallic salts on plant growth focusing on manganese sulfate and its impact on various plant species. The book explores the stimulation and toxicity of manganese sulfate discussing its catalytic role in plant nutrition and proposing theories on its physiological effects. It covers experiments with rice barley wheat and lower plants highlighting the potential use of manganese sulfate as a fertilizer. The research encompasses the toxic and antitoxic effects of ions like arsenic boron copper manganese and zinc on plant development offering a comprehensive insight into plant science.