Vol. 12, Issue 6 (2023)

Author(s):
Purnima Pathak, Bhupen Kumar Baishya and Daisy Sharma

Abstract:
Rough lemon commonly known as ‘Gul nemu’ in Assam is a very important rootstock in Citrus cultivation. However, it is also popular in the area of its origin, for its nutritious and flavorful fruits. Therefore, standardization of its propagation method among various germplasm available throughout the state, is much needed. As very few research are focused in this direction, a work was undertaken in Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat during 2017-2019, to judge the response of rough lemon types (in 30 germplasm) available across six agroclimatic zones of Assam to seed propagation, cutting and layering method with the objective of finding out the best method suited for selected germplasm type for rootstock raising and quality fruit production. All the germplasm irrespective of location, performed best through layering. While the success through cuttings was less, except in 4 germplasm from four locations, which had 100% successful rooting. The germplasm belonging to Barak valley region performed comparatively well for rootstock raising with good seed germination percentage.