Market Overview:
A plant propagation apparatus is disclosed which comprises a flexible transparent enclosure. The enclosure is disposable and could be formed of a polymer such as polyethylene. The enclosure would have at least two walls formed of a flexible material that facilitates transmission of light through the walls. Plant material is sealed within the enclosure, and a nutrient solution is made available within the sealed enclosure for the plant. The enclosure is a low cost and effective method for propagating young plants and transporting them between the laboratory environment and a greenhouse or field. The enclosure may be configured to receive gas or carbon dioxide on its inner surface to a predetermined level of pressure, thereby affording the enclosure a flexible but stiff mechanical resistance that protects the young plant while it is growing.
Benefits:
· Low cost and effective method for propagating young plants and transporting them between the laboratory environment and a greenhouse or field
· Affords the enclosure a flexible but stiff mechanical resistance that protects the young plant while it is growing
Inventors: Jeffrey Adelberg
Protection Status: Patent issued; # 2,001,064,844
Licensing Status: Available for licensing
CURF Ref No: 00-008
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