Research Article | Published: 01 June 1996

Genetic Parameters for Seed Traits in Prosopis cineraria (L.) MacBride

V. K. Manga and David N. Sen

Indian Journal of Forestry | Volume: 19 | Issue: 2 | Page No. 148-151 | 1996
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-1996-6230MF | Cite this article

Abstract

Genetic parameters for 6 seed traits and per cent germination were worked out in fifty one accessions of Prosopis cineraria mostly from the State of Rajasthan and some from Gujarat and Haryana. Values for variability and expected genetic gain were calculated for all individual characters. Seed weight and volume exhibited high genetic variability, heritability and genetic gain. Correlation study revealed that seed weight, seed volume and seed thickness had significant and positive association with germination percentage. These traits therefore should be given priority for improving germination in Prosopis cineraria.

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Manga, V.K. and Sen, D.N., 1996. Genetic Parameters for Seed Traits in Prosopis cineraria (L.) MacBride. Indian Journal of Forestry, 19(2), pp.148-151. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-1996-6230MF

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Manuscript Published on 01 June 1996

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