Reddish-purple coloring of leaves, especially along the margins of young leaves, is a typical symptom of deficiency of which element?

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Deficiency of phosphorus leads to reddish-purple discoloration of leaves. This is because phosphorus is involved in the process of photosynthesis and its deficiency affects the production of pigments like chlorophyll. The marginal area of leaves is affected first because this area has the highest demand for energy and nutrients.

Reddish-Purple Coloring of Leaves, Especially Along the Margins of Young