Fluroxypyr

Some of the toughest weeds around can be tamed by the active ingredient known as Fluroxypyr. Fluroxypyr is a selective post-emergent herbicide that is best applied when weeds are actively growing (but before bud stage of weed growth). Fluroxypyr is commonly used in agricultural settings for the control of broad-leaved weeds in small grain cereals, maize, pastures, rangeland, and turf.

Solutions Pest & Lawn has a number of herbicide products in stock which contain Fluroxypyr and we highly recommend this product to our customers who have trouble with weeds such as kochia, lespedeza and dogfennel. On this page you can learn some background information about Fluroxypyr, it’s mode of action and benefits. You can also access this page to shop our entire line of products which contain Fluroxypyr.

What is Fluroxypyr?

Fluroxypyr is a systemic and selective herbicide made from pyridinoxy acid and is used to control annual and perennial broadleaf weeds and woody brush. Fluroxypyr is a member of the pyridine class of herbicides and induces an auxin-type response in susceptible annual and perennial broadleaf weeds (auxin being a type of plant growth hormone).

Some of the weeds that Fluroxypyr has been reported to successfully control include: Bedstraw (cleavers), chickweed, cocklebur, coffeeweed, common ragweed, common purslane, grape species, hemp dogbane, kochia, morninglory, sunflower, velvetleaf and Venice mallow.

How Does Fluroxypyr Work?

The mode of action of Fluroxypyr is that it operates like a plant growth regulator by imitating natural plant hormones called auxins. Auxins, which are found in all plant types, are responsible for regulating the amount, type and direction of plant growth, and are mostly found at the tips of plant roots and shoots. Fluroxypyr enters plants that have been treated through the leaves and roots, and replaces natural auxins at binding sites, causing abnormal growth patterns and disrupting the growth processes of the plant.

The chemical builds up in the growing points of the plant, leading to rapid overgrowth, and eventual plant death. Death can usually arrive from as little as a few days to a couple of weeks.

Benefits of Fluroxypyr

Fluroxypyr is very effective in controlling a wide range of broadleaf weeds and woody brush making it excellent for controlling weed problems on croplands and pastures as well as rights of way and industrial sights. It is also a selective herbicide meaning it will only harm target weeds and cause little to no effect on non-target desired vegetation.

Drawbacks of Fluroxypyr

Fluroxypyr may injure or kill legumes. Do not apply if the injury to legumes cannot be tolerated. Legumes may be less sensitive to herbicide injury after plant growth is mature and seed has set.

Is Fluroxypyr Safe?

Fluroxypyr is safe to use when applied according to label directions. Always read the product label for safety instructions in handling Fluroxypyr.

We recommend exercising caution when handling Fluroxypyr products (or any other chemical we have in stock) to wear protective safety equipment such as a protective mask, gloves, and goggles as well as long sleeve clothing to ensure you will be safe. Please use the product according to the labels directions for proper safety measures.

What To Expect

Fluroxypyr begins to eliminate target weeds shortly after treatment but may take up to several weeks to completely kill off unwanted vegetation.

Apply as a broadcast treatment when weeds are actively growing, but prior to the bud stage of weed growth.

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Fluroxypyr Herbicide - Fluroxypyr Herbicide (generic Vista XRT) is formulated as a selective herbicide for the control of annual and perennial broadleaf weeds within non-cropland areas. Floroxypyr can be used as a broadcast application or just as a spot treatment to achieve the results desired.