Synergistic effect of TDZ and IBA on rooting efficacy of Butea monosperma L.
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Butea monosperma, indole-3 butyric acid, rooting efficacy, thidiazuronAbstract
Butea monosperma L. commonly called “Flame-of-the-forest” belongs to family Fabaceae. Butea holds a significant position in the pharmaceutical domain due to its extensive medicinal properties, which result from the presence of several classes of secondary metabolites. Considering its importance as a medicinal plant, the present investigation was conducted to propagate this precious plant on a large scale using various growth regulators under field conditions. The present regeneration protocol provides an effective system for utilizing Thidiazuron (TDZ) and Indole-3-butyric acid to enhance the rooting efficacy of Butea monosperma L. A pot experiment was planned using stem cuttings with two nodes, which were planted in plastic pots filled with well-drained soil. Before planting, the cuttings were dipped in solutions of various growth regulators (TDZ and IBA). At the conclusion of the experiment, various growth parameters were recorded to evaluate the growth of the cutting. The best rooting responses were obtained when the cuttings were applied with 10 ppm TDZ and 2000 ppm IBA. They showed the highest shoot and root length with broader leaves as compared to other treatments. Considering its medicinal importance, it was concluded that vegetative propagation of Butea monosperma using growth regulators is a significant approach.
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