Assessment of Morphological Diversity and Vegetative Growth Parameters of Fifteen Betel Vine Varieties Cultivated Along the Odisha Coast
Sunil Kumar Gochhi, Surjendu Kumar Dey
Asian Journal of Agricultural and Horticultural Research · pp. 58–67 · Published 9 Feb 2024
10.9734/ajahr/2024/v11i1305Abstract
Betel vine (Piper betle) is a tropical evergreen plant renowned for its cultural and medicinal significance. With origins in Southeast Asia, its heart-shaped leaves, vibrant colors and aromatic properties contribute to its widespread cultivation. The study investigates the morphological diversity and vegetative growth parameters of fifteen betel vine varieties cultivated along the Odisha coast, with a focus on vine elongation, leaf dimensions, internodal length, leaf area, weight of fresh leaves, number of adventitious root production and the number of leaves per meter of vine. The results revealed significant variation among the varieties. Notably, vine elongation ranged from 39.5 to 68.8 cm/month, with the Golabandha varieties showing the highest rate. Leaf length varied from 8.84 to 20.24 cm, and the Chandrakana varieties displayed the longest leaves. Leaf breadth ranged from 4.46 to 15.3 cm, with the widest leaves found in Chandrakana varieties. Internodal length varied from 3.06 to 6.46 cm, with Gunthuni having the lowest internodes. Leaf area ranged from 38.04 to 177.37 cm2, with Chandrakana exhibiting the largest leaf area. Weight of fresh leaves varied significantly, with Chandrakana and Ralaba varieties having the highest and lowest weights, respectively. Cluster analysis grouped varieties based on their morphological characteristics, revealing distinct clusters related to leaf dimensions and growth parameters. Understanding the morphological diversity of betel vine varieties is crucial for identifying the superior varieties for sustainable cultivation and ensuring the quality of this culturally and economically significant crop.
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