Orthosilicic Acid

We are leading manufacturer and exporter of Orthosilicic Acid in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India available with following details.

Orthosilicic acid (OSA):

Silicon has been accepted worldwide as an important beneficial element required for the proper functioning of the plants particularly in cultivating crops.
Plants can absorb silicon only in the form of Orthosilicic acid (OSA). OSA is water soluble and is the only biologically active form of silica. OSA is taken up by the plants in very low concentrations but that concentrations have very important effect on plant growth.

Functions of OSA:

- One of the main functions of OSA is improving the plants growth and yield, especially in stress conditions. To achieve plant tolerance in stress conditions, Silicon promotes photosynthesis by favourably exposing the leaves to light without dehydration.
- OSA regulates the uptake of other minerals in plants.
- OSA increases resistance to salinity and metal toxicity.
- OSA enhances K/Na ratio and will reinforce the plant tissues. The strengthened plant tissues will be more resistant to fungal and pest attacks.
- OSA regulates the enzymatic activity of the plant and thereby increases the yield and growth of the plant.
- OSA reduces lipid peroxidation and thereby reduces the oxidative stress during drought conditions.
- OSA strengthen the cell walls of the vascular tissues and thereby conducting more water and minerals throughout the vascular system.