JIKA Plant Growth Regulator – Paclobutrazol 23% SC

Technical Name: Paclobutrazol 23% SC | Brand: Sumitomo Chemical India Ltd

JIKA is a systemic Plant Growth Regulator from Sumitomo specifically developed for mango trees. Paclobutrazol is a triazole that inhibits gibberellin biosynthesis — a key plant hormone responsible for vegetative growth. By suppressing excess gibberellin production, JIKA redirects the tree's energy from vegetative shoot growth toward flowering bud formation, resulting in more, earlier and more uniform flowers and fruits.

Key Benefits

• Early and uniform flowering – consistent bloom across the entire tree canopy
• Reduced abnormal flowering – increases proportion of productive blooms
• More flowers → more fruits → higher yield
• Advance harvest – earlier market entry and better price realisation
• Controls excessive vegetative growth – redirects energy to reproduction

Application

Soil drench July–October. 5–10 cm deep furrow around trunk at ~30 cm distance. Age-based dose: 7–15 yr trees = 15 ml/tree; 16–25 yr = 20 ml/tree; 25+ yr = 25–40 ml/tree. Use once per season only.

Country of Origin: India | Use only on mango trees 5 years and older. Reduce dose by 25% in sandy soils. Always refer to product label.