Wilson Liquid Root Stimulator
Wilsons root stimulator is a product that can be used for stem or leaf
cuttings. It helps the plant grow stronger roots much quicker and it can also
control many soil-borne diseases. Wilsons root stimulator comes in a 50mL bottle,
weighs about 0.17lbs and the height and width of the bottle is 3 by 1.5 inches (Figure
2) (Home Depot Canada, 2014). Wilsons root stimulator has a very strong smell
and is a thick clear blue liquid with a pH of about 7.5-8.5 (Premier Tech Home
& Garden, 2013). The Canadian company that manufactures the product is
called Premier Tech Home & Garden. They are located in Brantford Ontario
and employ about 200 employees. Premier Tech Home & Garden is a privately
held company who only deal with retail stores in Canada (Premier Tech Home and
Garden, 2014). The cost for one 50mL bottle of Wilsons root stimulator can
range from $5.50-$7 CAD depending on the retail store (Canadian
Tire, 2014; Home Depot Canada, 2014).
Figure 2. Wilsons Root Stimulator in 50mL bottle and packaging. Retrieved from http://www.duncanplantsandponics.com/test/images/propagation/wilsonroots.jpg
The MSDS sheets from Premier Tech Home & Garden say that Wilsons root stimulator contains some 3-Indole butyric acid and etridiazole and its chemical name is 3-Indole butyric acid. The sheets highly advise people to keep Wilsons root stimulator away from local water supplies because it will contaminate them if it enters them. Over exposure to Wilsons root stimulator can cause symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, incoordination, irritation to the eyes, throat, skin, respiratory tract and nausea. It can cause health problems in rats like tumors and hypoglycaemic effects. If the product comes in contact with skin the best first aid procedure would be to wash hands with soap and water thoroughly. If ingested the procedure would be to give 200-500mL of water to drink and to not induce vomiting. If Wilsons root stimulator comes in contact with eyes, flush them with water for at least 20 minutes. But if Wilsons root stimulator is used properly it can be very helpful in building stronger plants. Proper use includes chemical resistant gloves, safety goggles and coveralls. If the product leaks the spill should be cleaned up immediately with appropriate absorbent such as alcohols or ketones and the area cleaned with soap and water. Then the waste disposed of properly. (Premier Tech Home & Garden, 2013; Santa Cruz Biotechnology Inc, 2010). Wilsons root stimulator should be stored in a cool environment and away from flame with a minimum temperature of 5ºC and a maximum of 40ºC. The MSDS sheets also say to keep Wilsons root stimulator away from heat as it will emit toxic fumes if heated (Premier Tech Home & Garden, 2013).
Ecologically the bioaccumulation of Wilsons root stimulator is low and the chemical 3-Indole butyric acid is considered stable. 3-Indole butyric acid degrades rapidly in soil and its mobility or ability to move is rated medium, so it is not a huge risk to the environment. By itself 3-Indole butyric acid is hazardous but in Wilsons root stimulator there is only 0.4% of the diluted chemical which is not significant enough to be hazardous (Premier Tech Home & Garden, 2013; Santa Cruz Biotechnology Inc, 2010).
Wilsons root stimulator is a registered trademark product. All Canadian trademarks are registered with the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) (Canadian Intellectual Property Office, 2014). The brand name Wilson is the intellectual property of Premier Tech Home & Garden (Premier Tech Home & Garden, 2014). Wilsons root stimulator is more of a niche product included in the garden industry but more specifically as fertilizer for flowers, trees and shrubs. Wilsons root stimulator is only registered for use and sale in Canada and therefore would not be able to be exported to developing countries without further registration (Davis, 2014).
Figure 2. Wilsons Root Stimulator in 50mL bottle and packaging. Retrieved from http://www.duncanplantsandponics.com/test/images/propagation/wilsonroots.jpg
The MSDS sheets from Premier Tech Home & Garden say that Wilsons root stimulator contains some 3-Indole butyric acid and etridiazole and its chemical name is 3-Indole butyric acid. The sheets highly advise people to keep Wilsons root stimulator away from local water supplies because it will contaminate them if it enters them. Over exposure to Wilsons root stimulator can cause symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, incoordination, irritation to the eyes, throat, skin, respiratory tract and nausea. It can cause health problems in rats like tumors and hypoglycaemic effects. If the product comes in contact with skin the best first aid procedure would be to wash hands with soap and water thoroughly. If ingested the procedure would be to give 200-500mL of water to drink and to not induce vomiting. If Wilsons root stimulator comes in contact with eyes, flush them with water for at least 20 minutes. But if Wilsons root stimulator is used properly it can be very helpful in building stronger plants. Proper use includes chemical resistant gloves, safety goggles and coveralls. If the product leaks the spill should be cleaned up immediately with appropriate absorbent such as alcohols or ketones and the area cleaned with soap and water. Then the waste disposed of properly. (Premier Tech Home & Garden, 2013; Santa Cruz Biotechnology Inc, 2010). Wilsons root stimulator should be stored in a cool environment and away from flame with a minimum temperature of 5ºC and a maximum of 40ºC. The MSDS sheets also say to keep Wilsons root stimulator away from heat as it will emit toxic fumes if heated (Premier Tech Home & Garden, 2013).
Ecologically the bioaccumulation of Wilsons root stimulator is low and the chemical 3-Indole butyric acid is considered stable. 3-Indole butyric acid degrades rapidly in soil and its mobility or ability to move is rated medium, so it is not a huge risk to the environment. By itself 3-Indole butyric acid is hazardous but in Wilsons root stimulator there is only 0.4% of the diluted chemical which is not significant enough to be hazardous (Premier Tech Home & Garden, 2013; Santa Cruz Biotechnology Inc, 2010).
Wilsons root stimulator is a registered trademark product. All Canadian trademarks are registered with the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) (Canadian Intellectual Property Office, 2014). The brand name Wilson is the intellectual property of Premier Tech Home & Garden (Premier Tech Home & Garden, 2014). Wilsons root stimulator is more of a niche product included in the garden industry but more specifically as fertilizer for flowers, trees and shrubs. Wilsons root stimulator is only registered for use and sale in Canada and therefore would not be able to be exported to developing countries without further registration (Davis, 2014).