Tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum L.) are among Tanzania’s most important vegetable crops, which contribute mainly to the household nutrition and national income. Its production is mainly hampered by both biotic and abiotic factors such as pests, nutrient deficiencies and erratic cl...
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Research Article10.9734/aprj/2025/v13i5342
Background: Plants have long been recognised for their therapeutic and beautifying properties. They form the foundation of herbal cosmetics. With growing interest in natural formulations, this study investigates the use of plant-based ingredients in cosmetics and compares consume...
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Research Article10.9734/aprj/2025/v13i5341
Moringa oleifera, referred to as the drumstick or Miracle tree, has become well-known for its abundant nutritional and therapeutic benefits, especially in traditional medical practices. Flavonoids, phenolic acids, glucosinolates, isothiocyanates, tannins, and saponins are the bio...
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Research Article10.9734/aprj/2025/v13i5340
Sesame (Sesamum indicum L.) is a crucial oilseed crop in Bangladesh, valued for its high-quality oil and adaptability to diverse environments. This study aimed to characterize 30 sesame germplasm accessions using DUS descriptors to assess genetic diversity. The research was condu...
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Research Article10.9734/aprj/2025/v13i5338
Fatima Dantanko, Rita M. Sunday, Alfred Kalu, Ekaete Udofia, Nusaiba M. Sodangi, Dominic Okolo, Safiya Muhammed, Anita Jite, Adamu Sadiq Galadima, Olutayo O. Ayanleye, Glory Ononokpono, Esther Inegbedion, Roseline Joseph, Yvonne A. Onmonya & Abdullahi Mustapha·Asian Plant Research Journal·2025
Mosquitoes are vectors for a number of infectious diseases, including malaria, dengue fever, Zika virus and chikungunya; hence, they pose a significant threat to public health globally. The rising incidence of insecticide resistance in mosquito populations as well as the environm...
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Research Article10.9734/aprj/2025/v13i5336
Fransis Joseph Masanja, Lilian Fanuel Shechambo, Emmanuel Justine Mrema & George Muhamba Tryphone·Asian Plant Research Journal·2025
The genetic diversity of African oil palm (Elaeis guineensis Jacq.) accessions in four agroecological zones of Tanzania using 16 microsatellite (SSR) markers was conducted for breeding. The study involved sixty-five (65) oil palm genotypes selected from the Tabora, Mbeya, Morogor...
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Research Article10.9734/aprj/2025/v13i5337
Syzygium haemisphericum, a medicinal plant native to the Western Ghats of India, is traditionally utilized for the management of diabetes and kidney stones due to its hypoglycemic and bioactive properties. This research presents the phytochemical analysis, Fourier Transform Infra...
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Research Article10.9734/aprj/2025/v13i5335
To estimate the genetic variability, characters association and path analysis for the various characters, the characters of 39 recombinant inbred lines (RILs) were evaluated from pre-monsoon season crops cultivated in 2024 at the Department of Plant Breeding, Physiology and Ecolo...
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Research Article10.9734/aprj/2025/v13i5332
Minerals and Vitamins are key bioactive compounds found in medicinal plants that contribute to their therapeutic action in the treatment of diseases. They are essential for maintaining health, supporting immune function, and preventing oxidative stress. The study aims to compare...
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Research Article10.9734/aprj/2025/v13i5333
Cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) plays a pivotal role in global agriculture, contributing significantly to food security and economic prosperity. However, insect pests such as melon flies (Bactrocera cucurbitae Coquillet) and aphids (Myzus persicae Sulzer) threaten cucumber producti...
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Research Article10.9734/aprj/2025/v13i5334