PURPOSE: A use of lactobacillus species strains selected from fermentation liquid of kimchi is provided to offer excellent biological activity promoting the plant growth capability. CONSTITUTION: A plant growth promoting composition contains Lactobacillus para paracasei viro-02(KCTC 10132BP) strains selected from fermentation liquid of kimchi. The plant growth promoting composition maintains the freshness of food, and promotes the growth of plants. [Reference numerals] (AA,BB) Chinese cabbage