Etiolation
It is the process that occurs when plants are grown in the dark (low light intensity).
The etiolated plants have long, weak stems; smaller leaves due to longer internodes; and a pale-yellow colour (chlorosis).
Characteristics of an Etiolated Plant
- Long weak stems/longer internodes.
- White/light colored stems.
- Pale-yellow leaves (chlorosis)
- Smaller leaves.
Causes of Etiolation
Due to low light intensity, more auxins are secreted leading to faster growth/elongation.
Remedy for Etiolation
Exposure to sunlight.