WO2022098227A1 - Compositions for treatment or rehabilitation of rubber trees - Google Patents
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- the present invention relates to compositions useful for the treatment of tapping panel dryness (TPD) in rubber or hevea trees.
- TPD tapping panel dryness
- Tapping panel dryness also known as Brown Bast or Dry Bark is a critical threat for (Hevea brasiliensis) and largely encountered in the rubber industry. Tapping panel dryness (TPD) is a scenario whereby the partial or complete cessation of latex flow upon tapping leading to severe loss of natural rubber production. The problem has been observed since the beginning of cultivation of rubber tree in Asia.
- TPD Tapping panel dryness
- Brown Bast or Dry Bark is occurring more due to change of weather pattern, usage of harmful chemicals with wronged claims, unskilled tapping which leaves deep cut reaching till the cambium or wood and disconnect the lactiferous vessels from getting the rest of the supply.
- the invention provides a composition for use in the treatment of a rubber tree, the composition comprising, in weight percentage; a predetermined amount of thickener agent; a predetermined amount of disinfectant; a predetermined amount of calcium diphosphate; a predetermined amount of sodium citrate; a predetermined amount of taurine; a predetermined amount of thiamine hydrochloride; a predetermined amount of ethylene acid; a predetermined amount of antiseptic; a predetermined amount of ascorbic acid; and a predetermined amount of color or coloring agent.
- the composition provides at least one of the following effects to the rubber tree: promotes growth of new tissues; improves the metabolic activity; improves overall growth of the tree; or a combination thereof.
- calcium diphosphate promotes growth of new tissues of at least one part of the tree.
- taurine enhances the production of latex.
- thiamine enhances or regulates the metabolism of the tree.
- ascorbic acid promotes cell division and growth of the tree.
- the composition is provided in spray or liquid form, applicable on a surface of the tree.
- the composition is applied to a surface of a rubber tree trunk.
- the composition is applied along the groove of tapping panel developed on the tree. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT(S)
- Embodiments of the present invention are predicated in part on a composition that is useful in the treatment of tapping panel dryness (TPD), a disease that typically occurs in rubber or hevea trees.
- TPD tapping panel dryness
- composition for use in the treatment of a rubber tree comprising, in weight percentage; a predetermined amount of thickener agent; a predetermined amount of disinfectant; a predetermined amount of calcium diphosphate; a predetermined amount of sodium citrate; a predetermined amount of taurine; a predetermined amount of thiamine hydrochloride; a predetermined amount of ethylene acid; a predetermined amount of antiseptic a predetermined amount of ascorbic acid; and a predetermined amount of color or coloring agent.
- the composition is applied to at least one surface of the tree, preferably on the tree trunk. Ideally, the composition is applied along the grove of the tapping panel develop on the tree.
- the composition upon contact with a surface of the tree, provides a holistic effect to the tree, in which at least one of the following effects can be observed: promotes growth of new tissues; improves the metabolic activity; improves overall growth of the tree; or a combination thereof. Understandably, these effects may develop gradually or within a pre-determined period.
- the primary effects include treating and curing tapping panel dryness, brown bast or dry bark, increase dry rubber content (DRC), smooth development of the cambium and bark, soften the bark and ease the tapping process for the tapper, reverse effect of leaves turned yellow, and conceivable reduction in manuring or fertilizer programme.
- the composition includes disinfectant to destroy bacteria and antiseptic to repel or prevent fungal, mold, or bacterial growth in the composition, hence providing consistent efficacy when applied to ensure stability of the formula.
- antiseptic and disinfectant that may be added in the composition includes isopropyl alcohol (IPA), and formaldehyde.
- composition in accordance with the preferred embodiment may be provided various forms, for example, but not limiting to: in liquid- solution, concentrated or liquidspray form. It should be noted that the composition can be provided in any form that enables the ingredients disclosed herein to be in contact with the affected areas of the rubber tree.
- the composition is provided in the form of a solution.
- a thickener agent is added to increase the viscosity, in the event that the composition is provided in the solution.
- the solution is applied on the tapping panel which generally has a downward cutting trend.
- a concentrated formulation of the composition is the most desired form to be applicable on the tapping panel and better absorption pattern for the plant cells and requires minimal amount during application process.
- Calcium diphosphate plays an important role to hold the cell walls together and ensure proper cell wall formation of the hevea tree. It helps to promote growth of new tissue such as root tips, young leaves and shoot tips. Neutralized cell acids simultaneously trigger the metabolism activity of the tree cell which catalyze the latex production of the hevea trees. It can be considered that, in addition to other ingredients, diphosphate is the key component in tree health and function to ensures normal development and timely maturity. The component is necessary for the hevea tree’s photosynthesis process, storage and transfer of energy, respiration and aid the plant to complete their production cycle as expected. The relationship between the rubber produced and metabolic energy compulsory to drive the process of conversion of sucrose to latex in lactiferous vessel. It is highly important process although additional energy consumption occurs in other cell processes. The result is seen on physical enrichment of the cambium of the hevea tree upon treatment with the composition prepared in accordance with the preferred embodiments of the present invention.
- Sodium Citrate is added as an acid regulator in the plant.
- the tree needs to be in alkaline condition for the photosynthesis activity and good production of latex, while Taurine plays a vibrant role to enhance the timing of latex release from the lactiferous vessels to the cup.
- Great antioxidant agent to keep the cells at the refreshed condition continuously, stabilize the membrane and modulate the gesturing of calcium.
- Thiamine Hydrochloride is added to improve the primary metabolism of the tree. It serves as a co-factor for the enzymes involved in the synthesis of amino acids, acid cycle and phosphate pathway.
- Ethylene Acid of the composition prolongs the opening period of the lactiferous vessels for latex flow.
- the best timing to tap hevea tree is at early morning of 2 am to harvest as much latex as possible before the sunrise.
- the current practice tapping at around 6 am.
- One of the challenges faced if tapping during this hour is that the lactiferous vessel has the nature to clog the latex upon sunrise hence the flow will be stopped immediately.
- Administering the composition that contains a small percentage of ethylene acid aids to dilate the vessels for longer period latex flow. Accordingly, the composition helps to improve the productivity of the yield and well-being of the worker.
- Ascorbic acid regulates cell division and growth. It plays a significant role in transduction of signal. It further plays a role as major redox buffer and as a cofactor for enzymes involved in regulating photosynthesis, hormone, biosynthesis and regenerating other antioxidants.
- the composition may be prepared in spray solution form or liquid/solution form, or any suitable form that enables the composition to be in direct contact with at least one surface of the tree.
- the composition of the present invention may also be prepared in separate premix components, preferably some of the components of the composition may be prepared partly as a powder pre-mix and some of the components of the composition may be prepared partly as an aqueous solution pre-mix.
- the powder pre-mix components may come in a sachet and the aqueous pre-mix solution may come in a container bottle.
- composition prepared in accordance with the preferred embodiments of the present invention.
- S101 the dried latex along the groove of the tapping panel on the bark of the tree is removed (S101).
- the composition is prepared by dissolving a powder pre-mix of said composition in an aqueous pre-mix solution of said composition and then stirred and mixed to form a final homogeneous solution prior to being applied on the tapping panel
- said homogeneous solution is applied along the groove of the tapping panel.
- a waiting time of 24 hours is preferred to enable the tree to absorb the composition
- FIG. 2 shows an image of the tree prior to application of the composition - upper section of the tree (10) and outcome 3 months of application (20) - lower section of the tree.
- composition prepared in accordance with the preferred embodiment (s) of the present invention is evidently very safe for hevea trees.
- the composition is suitable for treating the Tapping panel dryness (TPD), also known as Brown Bast or Dry Bark.
- TPD Tapping panel dryness
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Abstract
There is disclosed a composition for use in the treatment of a rubber tree, the composition comprising, in weight percentage; a predetermined amount of disinfectant, a predetermined amount of thickener agent; a predetermined amount of calcium diphosphate; a predetermined amount of sodium citrate; a predetermined amount of taurine; a predetermined amount of thiamine hydrochloride; a predetermined amount of ethylene acid; a predetermined amount of antiseptic and a predetermined amount of ascorbic acid.
Description
COMPOSITIONS FOR TREATMENT OR REHABILITATION OF RUBBER TREES
FIELD OF INVENTION
[0001] The present invention relates to compositions useful for the treatment of tapping panel dryness (TPD) in rubber or hevea trees.
BACKGROUND
[0002] Tapping panel dryness (TPD), also known as Brown Bast or Dry Bark is a critical threat for (Hevea brasiliensis) and largely encountered in the rubber industry. Tapping panel dryness (TPD) is a scenario whereby the partial or complete cessation of latex flow upon tapping leading to severe loss of natural rubber production. The problem has been observed since the beginning of cultivation of rubber tree in Asia.
[0003] Available solutions or cure have proven to be ineffective, expensive, request numerous applications yet success rate is very low and more devastating when the outcome is not as promised. In most cases, the trees have been damaged badly due to harmful formulation and resulted production ceased completely from the trees. Some method needs sophisticated equipment demands bigger budget and not practical to be used in plantations. As a result, In the growing industry, issues such as Tapping panel dryness (TPD), also known as Brown Bast or Dry Bark is occurring more due to change of weather pattern, usage of harmful chemicals with wronged claims, unskilled tapping which leaves deep cut reaching till the cambium or wood and disconnect the lactiferous vessels from getting the rest of the supply. These damaging activities leads to swelling, drying, cracking, and the bark detaching from cambium, subsequently disconnecting water and the rest of the supplies for the latex production. Summarily, the formula has readily cooked up nutrient for the plant to absorb for treatment and curing process of the injured bark. The positive and most awaited success of the formula would be latex flow into the cup upon application.
[0004] Following the above, there is a need to identify a solution to address at least one of the glaring issues with respect to the treatment of diseases such as TPD for rubber or hevea trees.
SUMMARY
[0005] In one aspect, the invention provides a composition for use in the treatment of a rubber tree, the composition comprising, in weight percentage; a predetermined amount of thickener agent; a predetermined amount of disinfectant; a predetermined amount of calcium diphosphate; a predetermined amount of sodium citrate; a predetermined amount of taurine; a predetermined amount of thiamine hydrochloride; a predetermined amount of ethylene acid; a predetermined amount of antiseptic; a predetermined amount of ascorbic acid; and a predetermined amount of color or coloring agent.
Preferably, the composition provides at least one of the following effects to the rubber tree: promotes growth of new tissues; improves the metabolic activity; improves overall growth of the tree; or a combination thereof.
[0006] Preferably, calcium diphosphate promotes growth of new tissues of at least one part of the tree.
[0007] Preferably, taurine enhances the production of latex.
[0008] Preferably, thiamine enhances or regulates the metabolism of the tree.
[0009] Preferably, ascorbic acid promotes cell division and growth of the tree.
[0010] Preferably, the composition is provided in spray or liquid form, applicable on a surface of the tree.
[0011] Preferably, the composition is applied to a surface of a rubber tree trunk.
[0012] Preferably, the composition is applied along the groove of tapping panel developed on the tree.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT(S)
[0013] Further understanding of the object, construction, characteristics and functions of the invention, a detailed description with reference to the embodiments is given in the following.
[0014] Embodiments of the present invention are predicated in part on a composition that is useful in the treatment of tapping panel dryness (TPD), a disease that typically occurs in rubber or hevea trees.
[0015] The composition for use in the treatment of a rubber tree, the composition comprising, in weight percentage; a predetermined amount of thickener agent; a predetermined amount of disinfectant; a predetermined amount of calcium diphosphate; a predetermined amount of sodium citrate; a predetermined amount of taurine; a predetermined amount of thiamine hydrochloride; a predetermined amount of ethylene acid; a predetermined amount of antiseptic a predetermined amount of ascorbic acid; and a predetermined amount of color or coloring agent.
[0016] In accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the composition is applied to at least one surface of the tree, preferably on the tree trunk. Ideally, the composition is applied along the grove of the tapping panel develop on the tree.
[0017] The composition, upon contact with a surface of the tree, provides a holistic effect to the tree, in which at least one of the following effects can be observed: promotes growth of new tissues; improves the metabolic activity; improves overall growth of the tree; or a combination thereof. Understandably, these effects may develop gradually or within a pre-determined period. In one embodiment, the primary effects include treating and curing tapping panel dryness, brown bast or dry bark, increase dry rubber content (DRC), smooth development of the cambium and bark, soften the bark and ease the tapping process for the tapper, reverse effect of leaves turned yellow, and conceivable reduction in manuring or fertilizer programme.
[0018] In the preferred embodiment, the composition includes disinfectant to destroy bacteria and antiseptic to repel or prevent fungal, mold, or bacterial growth in the
composition, hence providing consistent efficacy when applied to ensure stability of the formula. In an example provided, antiseptic and disinfectant that may be added in the composition includes isopropyl alcohol (IPA), and formaldehyde.
[0019] The composition in accordance with the preferred embodiment may be provided various forms, for example, but not limiting to: in liquid- solution, concentrated or liquidspray form. It should be noted that the composition can be provided in any form that enables the ingredients disclosed herein to be in contact with the affected areas of the rubber tree.
[0020] In a preferred embodiment, the composition is provided in the form of a solution. A thickener agent is added to increase the viscosity, in the event that the composition is provided in the solution. The solution is applied on the tapping panel which generally has a downward cutting trend. A concentrated formulation of the composition is the most desired form to be applicable on the tapping panel and better absorption pattern for the plant cells and requires minimal amount during application process.
[0021] Calcium diphosphate plays an important role to hold the cell walls together and ensure proper cell wall formation of the hevea tree. It helps to promote growth of new tissue such as root tips, young leaves and shoot tips. Neutralized cell acids simultaneously trigger the metabolism activity of the tree cell which catalyze the latex production of the hevea trees. It can be considered that, in addition to other ingredients, diphosphate is the key component in tree health and function to ensures normal development and timely maturity. The component is necessary for the hevea tree’s photosynthesis process, storage and transfer of energy, respiration and aid the plant to complete their production cycle as expected. The relationship between the rubber produced and metabolic energy compulsory to drive the process of conversion of sucrose to latex in lactiferous vessel. It is highly important process although additional energy consumption occurs in other cell processes. The result is seen on physical enrichment of the cambium of the hevea tree upon treatment with the composition prepared in accordance with the preferred embodiments of the present invention.
[0022] Sodium Citrate is added as an acid regulator in the plant. The tree needs to be in alkaline condition for the photosynthesis activity and good production of latex, while
Taurine plays a vibrant role to enhance the timing of latex release from the lactiferous vessels to the cup. Great antioxidant agent to keep the cells at the refreshed condition continuously, stabilize the membrane and modulate the gesturing of calcium.
[0023] Further in accordance with the preferred embodiment of the present invention, Thiamine Hydrochloride is added to improve the primary metabolism of the tree. It serves as a co-factor for the enzymes involved in the synthesis of amino acids, acid cycle and phosphate pathway.
[0024] Ethylene Acid of the composition prolongs the opening period of the lactiferous vessels for latex flow. The best timing to tap hevea tree is at early morning of 2 am to harvest as much latex as possible before the sunrise. However, the current practice tapping at around 6 am. One of the challenges faced if tapping during this hour is that the lactiferous vessel has the nature to clog the latex upon sunrise hence the flow will be stopped immediately. Administering the composition that contains a small percentage of ethylene acid aids to dilate the vessels for longer period latex flow. Accordingly, the composition helps to improve the productivity of the yield and well-being of the worker.
[0025] Another important ingredient in accordance with the preferred embodiment of the present invention is ascorbic acid. Ascorbic acid regulates cell division and growth. It plays a significant role in transduction of signal. It further plays a role as major redox buffer and as a cofactor for enzymes involved in regulating photosynthesis, hormone, biosynthesis and regenerating other antioxidants.
[0026] In accordance with the preferred embodiment of the present invention, the composition may be prepared in spray solution form or liquid/solution form, or any suitable form that enables the composition to be in direct contact with at least one surface of the tree. The composition of the present invention may also be prepared in separate premix components, preferably some of the components of the composition may be prepared partly as a powder pre-mix and some of the components of the composition may be prepared partly as an aqueous solution pre-mix. Optionally, the powder pre-mix components may come in a sachet and the aqueous pre-mix solution may come in a container bottle.
[0027] An example of the content of the composition, in particular the weight range is as depicted in TABLE 1 below:
TABLE 1 Content of Composition: Percentage Range for 50 gram weight
TABLE 2
Example of ingredients content for 50gram weight
[0028] Further in another aspect of the present invention is to provide a method of applying the composition prepared in accordance with the preferred embodiments of the present invention. With reference to the flowchart depicted in FIG. 1 provided as an example, the dried latex along the groove of the tapping panel on the bark of the tree is removed (S101). The composition is prepared by dissolving a powder pre-mix of said composition in an aqueous pre-mix solution of said composition and then stirred and mixed to form a final homogeneous solution prior to being applied on the tapping panel
(S102). Next, apply the composition gently along the groove of the tapping panel developed on the tree and allow the composition to set in, to be absorbed by the tree
(S103). Optionally, said homogeneous solution is applied along the groove of the tapping panel. A waiting time of 24 hours is preferred to enable the tree to absorb the composition
(S104). It should be noted that the composition may be applied at a frequency of every 15 days for healthy trees, while for trees with dry bark disease, an interval of every 5 days is advisable.
[0029] FIG. 2 as an example provided, shows an image of the tree prior to application of the composition - upper section of the tree (10) and outcome 3 months of application (20) - lower section of the tree.
[0030] The composition prepared in accordance with the preferred embodiment (s) of the present invention is evidently very safe for hevea trees. As discussed earlier, the composition is suitable for treating the Tapping panel dryness (TPD), also known as Brown Bast or Dry Bark. The threat that has been revolved long in the rubber industry, causing loss of yield and income. Accordingly, the composition ensures that all the trees are producing at the best capacity and aid the small owners, organization or plantation owners to have a healthy rubber tree plantation.
[0031] As would be apparent to a person having ordinary skilled in the art, the afore- described composition may be provided in many variations, modifications or alternatives to existing compositions or method of preparation. The principles and concepts disclosed herein may also be implemented in various manner which may not have been specifically described herein but which are to be understood as encompassed within the scope and letter of the following claims.
Claims
1. A composition for use in the treatment of a rubber tree, the composition comprising, in weight percentage; a predetermined amount of thickener agent; a predetermined amount of disinfectant; a predetermined amount of calcium diphosphate; a predetermined amount of sodium citrate; a predetermined amount of taurine; a predetermined amount of thiamine hydrochloride; a predetermined amount of ethylene acid; a predetermined amount of antiseptic; a predetermined amount of ascorbic acid; and a predetermined amount of color or coloring agent.
2. The composition as claimed in Claim 1, wherein the composition comprises in weight percentage (w%) for a total of 50-gram overall weight: about 93% of water; about 0.002% of formaldehyde; about 1.1% of a thickening agent; about 1.1% of calcium diphosphate; about 0.77% of taurine; about 0.77% of sodium dichloride; about 0.77% of thiamine; about 5.5% of ethylene acid; about 4.4% of IPA; about 0.006% ascorbic acid; and about 0.0003% of color or coloring agent.
3. The composition as claimed in Claim 1, wherein the composition is applied to a surface of a rubber tree bark or trunk.
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4. The composition as claimed in Claim 2, wherein the composition is applied along the groove of the tapping panel developed on the rubber tree.
5. The composition as claimed in Claim 1, wherein the composition provides at least one of the following effects to the rubber tree: promotes growth of new tissues; improves the metabolic activity; improves overall growth of the tree; or a combination thereof.
6. The composition as claimed in Claim 1, wherein calcium diphosphate promotes growth of new tissues of at least one part of the tree.
7. The composition as claimed in Claim 1, wherein taurine enhances the production of latex.
8. The composition as claimed in Claim 1, wherein thiamine enhances or regulates the metabolism of the tree.
9. The composition as claimed in Claim 1, wherein ascorbic acid promotes cell division and growth of the tree.
10. The composition as claimed in Claim 1, wherein the composition is provided in spray or liquid form, applicable on a surface of the tree.
11. The composition as claimed in Claim 1, wherein the composition is applied on the bark of the tree.
12. The composition as claimed in Claim 1, wherein the composition is applied along the groove of the tapping panel on the tree.
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