Research Article | Published: 01 December 2006

Studies on genetic diversity among naturally distributed populations of gamboge tree (Garcinia gummi-gutta l.)

S. Thirugnana Kumar, K. A. Inasi and K. Sreekumar

Indian Journal of Forestry | Volume: 29 | Issue: 4 | Page No. 429-434 | 2006
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-2006-485G04 | Cite this article

Abstract

One hundred and twenty, one-parent families of naturally distributed Gamboge trees (Garcinia gummi-gutta L.) of Central Kerala were studied for their genetic divergence.  D2 estimates based on 15 fruit characters were used for obtaining the clustering pattern and their inter and intra-cluster distances.  It was found out that regional diversity (geographic diversity) was not related with genetic diversity.  Genotypes hailing from Pathanamthitta and Alapuzha Districts exhibited wide range of diversity.  Hydroxy citric acid content contributed maximum towards genetic diversity.

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Kumar, S.T., Inasi, K.A. and Sreekumar, K., 2006. Studies on genetic diversity among naturally distributed populations of gamboge tree (Garcinia gummi-gutta l.). Indian Journal of Forestry, 29(4), pp.429-434. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-2006-485G04

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