What makes plants last longer?

Question

I'm working on a project and i had to cut leaves off and glue them to the project. It's due tomorrow and I don't present until Wednesday so does anyone know what I can do or use to make them not wilt as fast?

Answer 1

leaves wilt due to the production of a hormone called ethylene, you can counteract it with growth hormone called Auxin, or IAA, or you can keep the leaves hydrated in a cool area.. the leaves will dry out if left in the open air or in light, so store the project in a cool, dark place.  If possible, make the leaf cuttings the very last thing to do