Activator or component of enzymes, it influences the fixation of Nitrogen, an important catalyst in the biosynthesis of chlorophyll, it acts on the development of roots.
Deficiency – Appears in young leaves, due to the low mobility of iron by the plants, these areas tend to have thin and yellowish, brittle and vitrified leaves. It is also common to notice that only the veins of the leaves remain green, while the blades turn yellow. In severe cases of iron deficiency, necrosis and leaf fall occur, leading to total defoliation.