During dry periods, transpiration can contribute to the loss of moisture in the upper soil zone, which can have an effect on vegetation and food-crop fields.
What are the harmful effects of transpiration?
Disadvantages of Transpiration:
- Wilting: Wilting or loss of turgidity is quite common during noon due to transpiration being higher than the rate of water absorption. ...
- Reduced Growth: Transpiration reduces availability of water inside the plant. ...
- Reduced Yield: ...
- Abscisic Acid: ...
- Wastage of Energy: ...
- Modifications:
Is transpiration bad for plants?
Rapid transpiration causes mid-day leaf water deficit (temporary wilting). If such condition continues for some time, permanent water deficit (permanent wilting) may develop, which may be fatal to the plants. ... Excessive rate of transpiration leads to stunted growth of plants.
