Research Article | Published: 31 July 2025

Optimizing vegetative propagation techniques for Oroxylum indicum (Shyonak)

Sushmita Uniyal, Bhagwati Prasad Tamta and Rajarshi Ghosh

Journal of Non-Timber Forest Products | Volume: 32 | Issue: 2 | Page No. 138-143 | 2025
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps2000-2025-PFR07N | Cite this article

Abstract

Present study endeavours to propagate Oroxylum indicum using vegetative propagation techniques. Stem cuttings and root cuttings are used as propagules. The cuttings were subjected to optimal environmental condition, well-draining rooting medium and treated with variable concentration of rooting hormones (IBA and NAA) for better root development. Data was documented on root development and overall growth. Vegetative propagation techniques yielded promising results, with plantlets developed from root cuttings displaying superior survival rates (55%) and rooting response compared to those from stem cuttings. These findings offer valuable insights for optimum propagation of O. indicum. Therefore, it is recommended that root cuttings be used as the preferred propagule for large-scale propagation and conservation efforts aimed at preserving this vital species.

Keywords

Indole-3-butyric acid (IBA), Medicinal plant, Naphthalene acetic acid (NAA), Propagules, Rooting Hormone

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Uniyal, S., Tamta, B.P. and Ghosh, R., 2025. Optimizing vegetative propagation techniques for Oroxylum indicum (Shyonak). Journal of Non-Timber Forest Products, 32(2), pp.138-143. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps2000-2025-PFR07N

Publication History

Manuscript Received on 06 March 2025

Manuscript Revised on 16 June 2025

Manuscript Accepted on 25 June 2025

Manuscript Published on 31 July 2025

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