Vol. 12, Issue 6 (2023)

Author(s):
Sridevy S, Sivakumar K, N Balakrishnan and Tilak M

Abstract:
The presence of abundant microorganisms in Shola soil has been observed, and studies indicate their positive impact on the growth of regenerating seedlings. This highlights the potential of microbial inoculants to enhance the development of tree seedlings, despite the absence of specific bio inoculants for Shola tree species. Unfortunately, there is a lack of comprehensive information regarding the microbial communities associated with Shola soils and tree species. Therefore, conducting assessments, Documentation, development, and screening of bio inoculants tailored to Shola species will greatly contribute to the successful establishment and management of Shola tree seeds and seedlings in nurseries. By conducting detailed studies and validating the existing information on microbial communities in specific locations, we can gain a better understanding of the challenges related to the establishment of beneficial microbes such as Rhizobium, Azospirillum, Azotobacter, Frankia, and VAM. Consequently, it can be presumed that microbial factors likely play a significant role in inducing germination and facilitating the establishment of Shola trees words.