Clonex Rooting Compound Gel is a high performance water based rooting compound. It is a tenacious gel that will remain in contact around the stem, sealing the cut tissue and supplying the hormones needed to promote root cell development and vitamins to protect the delicate new root tissue. Clonex Rooting Compound Gel has been the foremost product in its field since its launch in 1989. The formula is completely alcohol-free.