Caffeine Effects On Plants

Caffeine is a xanthine alkoid compound that acts as a stimulant. In humans, caffeine can help with alertness and wards off drowsiness. Caffeine can be found in cocoa, coffee beans, and tea leaves. It can also be found in over the counter medication. One of the newest sources of caffeine are energy drinks. Many people drink caffeine making it very popular and a widely consumed product. Over 90% of the population consumes caffeine. Even though caffeine is very popular it has some negative effects to the human body, it is a drug like substance, overuse of caffeine can lead to addiction. Just like many other drugs and drug like substances, Caffeine increases happiness and comfort. Caffeine also has some positive effects on the human body; it can lower the risk of having heart disease, diabetes, strokes, and cancer.
While caffeine’s effects on humans are well known, the effects of caffeine on plants are not as well developed. Many experiments were done on the effects of caffeine on plants yet; scientists are still confused on the topic. Plants are an important aspect of the ecosystem. Water, sunlight, and rich soil are all key elements of plant growth and development. Balance is an important concept in plant growth, too much or too little water is harmful to plant. Water helps the plant by giving it key nutrients. Without water the plant becomes physically weak and it can’t stand on its own. Water and sunlight allows a plant to photosynthesize. Photosynthesis is the process where plans use sunlight, and water to create nutrients for its growth and survival. Without photosynthesis the plant will not be able to make nutrients and it will