What is it about?
This study concentrated on 15 superior genotypes of jamun from the North Western Indian Himalayas, selected for their pivotal horticultural traits. Drawn from a pool of 82 collected genotypes and assessed across two consecutive years, these genotypes underwent morphological evaluations. Concurrently, random amplified polymorphic DNA (RAPD) and inter simple sequence repeat (ISSR) markers were employed for molecular analysis. Substantial variations surfaced among genotypes, both in morphological traits and fruit biochemistry.
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Why is it important?
The observed genetic diversity stands as a valuable resource with substantial potential to enrich diverse breeding initiatives. These salient genetic variations underscore the richness within the studied population, offering a valuable asset for focused future pursuits.
Perspectives
Venturing into the evolution of varieties in perennial tree fruits presents evident concerns, notably heterozygosity and lengthy gestation cycles. Furthermore, the limited number of breeding programmes with enduring financial and institutional support adds to these challenges. These challenges become more pressing when considering certain nutraceutically rich fruit crops like jamun, renowned as a health tonic in various medical systems including Ayurveda, Unani, and traditional therapies.
Dr Rahul Sharma
Dr Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry
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This page is a summary of: Morpho-molecular exploration and selection of elite genotypes from indigenous Syzygium cumini L. Skeels (jamun) diversity of North-Western Indian Himalayas, Plant Genetic Resources, August 2023, Cambridge University Press,
DOI: 10.1017/s147926212300076x.
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