Assessment of Qualitative and Quantitative Parameters of Leaf and Flower of Different Spray Chrysanthemum Genotypes

Author: Pravinkumar Yumkhaibam, Kalkame Ch. Momin, Sunil Kumar, A.S. Mailappa, Veluru Bhargav, Nimbolkar Prashant Kisan, Tabalique Yumkhaibam, Rituraj Dutta and Khwairakpam Rozerto

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Abstract

Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum morifolium Ramat) which belongs to the Asteraceae family and find their place in the market as cut flowers, loose blooms, and potted plants. An experiment was carried out with 20 genotypes of spray chrysanthemum to evaluate the performance for vegetative and flowering characters in RBD with three replications, during the year 2022-23 at the Department of Floriculture and Landscape Architecture, College of Horticulture and Forestry, Central Agricultural University, Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh. Significant variations among the 20 genotypes were observed for all the characters. The genotype BC-24 recorded maximum leaf length (12.67 cm) and maximum petiole length (3.30 cm). The genotype Bidhan Sweeta was observed the maximum leaf breadth (6.59 cm). Maximum flower head height (3.67 cm) was noted in genotype BC-31, maximum ray floret length (3.93 cm) and maximum ray floret width (0.85 cm) was observed in genotype Bidhan Shova. Among the 20 spray chrysanthemum genotypes evaluated, Bidhan Mallika and Bidhan Sweeta performed the best in terms of flower colour, Chrysanthemum genotypes have a broad range of variation in their leaf colour, flower head type and flower colour which may be used for various purposes.

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Spray Chrysanthemum, genotypes, vegetative, flowering, variation

Conclusion

In conclusion, the study revealed significant variations in leaf length, leaf breadth, and petiole length among different chrysanthemum genotypes at various stages of growth. Genotype BC-24 consistently exhibited the maximum leaf length throughout the growth stages, while genotype BC-59 consistently had the minimum leaf length. The findings highlight the diversity in morphological traits among chrysanthemum genotypes, providing valuable insights for further research and breeding efforts in this plant species. The study also unveiled noteworthy variations in the morphological characteristics of chrysanthemum flower heads among different genotypes. These findings shed light on the diverse characteristics of chrysanthemum genotypes, offering valuable insights for further research and breeding programs aimed at enhancing the quality and appearance of this beloved flower.

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Pravinkumar Yumkhaibam, Kalkame Ch. Momin, Sunil Kumar, A.S. Mailappa, Veluru Bhargav, Nimbolkar Prashant Kisan, Tabalique Yumkhaibam, Rituraj Dutta and Khwairakpam Rozerto (2023). Assessment of Qualitative and Quantitative Parameters of Leaf and Flower of Different Spray Chrysanthemum Genotypes. Biological Forum – An International Journal, 15(10): 737-741.