Utkarsh Rooting Compound (Best Root Initiator And Developer For Cuttings, Seeds, plugs And Transplants)

It’s a liquid rooting hormone / plant growth regulator containing Indole-3-butyric acid (IBA) 10,000 ppm and 1-Naphthaleneacetic acid (NAA) 5,000 ppm. It’s formulated to stimulate and speed root initiation on cuttings, plugs, seedlings and transplants. (Utkarsh Agrochem Pvt ltd.)

IBA and NAA are both auxin-type rooting hormones. Numerous studies and grower experience show that a combination of IBA + NAA often gives better rooting percentage, root number and uniformity than a single auxin for many species — the two act synergistically in many woody and semi-woody cuttings. Use of both helps across a wider range of species and cutting maturities.

Yes — suitable for most vegetables, ornamentals, fruit trees, and plantation crops.

Yes. The product is marketed for cuttings, seeds, plugs and transplants — seed priming or presoaking in low auxin solutions can improve root establishment for some crops, and root drenching transplants with a diluted working solution helps establish roots after planting. Follow label directions for seed/plug dipping and avoid over-concentrated treatments. (Utkarsh Agrochem Pvt ltd.)

Auxins like IBA and NAA are commonly used in horticulture; when used per label, risk to consumers is low. However, follow label instructions, pre-harvest intervals (if any) and avoid foliar residues on edible produce unless label explicitly permits. For food crops, always follow regulatory instructions on crop use and PHI. (Utkarsh Agrochem Pvt ltd.)

Caution advised. Some fungicides or chemicals can interact with auxins or damage cuttings. If you must tank-mix, test compatibility on a small scale first and consult the fungicide/auxin labels. Often growers treat cuttings with a fungicide dip first, let them dry, then apply the rooting dip separately.

Both work. Liquid dips (like Utkarsh concentrate) give precise, uniform auxin exposure and are convenient for nurseries and seedling plugs. Utkarsh root out are convenient for field use and for dusting many cuttings quickly. Choice depends on workflow — for accuracy and mixing tailored ppm, liquid dips are often preferred.

Yes — a root dip or a light root drench with a dilute working solution at transplanting helps transplants establish faster and reduces shock. Use lower concentrations than for hardwood cuttings. (Utkarsh Agrochem Pvt ltd.)

Use university extension notes, propagation manuals and the product label. Representative resources include propagation labs and extension publications that list recommended ppm for different species — always adapt those protocols to your crop and local conditions.

Herbaceous or soft wood: 1 part product to 20 parts water
Medium hardwood: 1 part product to 10 parts water
Hardwood: 1 part product to 5 parts water
Germination: 1 part product to 200 parts water
Transplanting: 1 part product to 400 parts water