Research Article | Published: 01 September 2005

Seed collection and cultivation of Rhododendron arboreum Smith.

Dewan B. Basnet

Indian Journal of Forestry | Volume: 28 | Issue: 3 | Page No. 239-242 | 2005
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-2005-5D8C76 | Cite this article

Abstract

Rhododendron arboreum Smith. is a most beautiful species among the Rhododendron genus and used in multifarious purposes. Over exploitation of this species has caused a serious threat. Observing this a study on seed germination and propagation was laid out to evaluate the possibilities of large-scale cultivation in the Himalayas. Germination per cent of this species was (Mean) 69.25 + 4.871 %. It attained a mean height of 247.00 + 36.0 mm in 2 years 9 months after germination and can be transplanted in the field.

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References

1. Biswas, K. (1966). Plants of Darjeeling and the Sikkim Himalayas. West Bengal Govt. Press. Alipore, W.B., pp. 511-512.

2. Basnet, D.B. (2001). Reports on viviparous germination in Rhododendron arboreum Smith. Var.  campbelliae Hook. Ind. Forester, 127 (9) : 1058-1060.

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Basnet, D.B., 2005. Seed collection and cultivation of Rhododendron arboreum Smith.. Indian Journal of Forestry, 28(3), pp.239-242. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-2005-5D8C76

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Manuscript Published on 01 September 2005

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