Vol. 7, Special Issue 6 (2019)
Estimation of the extent of genetic divergence and clustering pattern among germplasm of Sarpgandha (Rauvolfia serpentina)
Author(s): Rashmi Bakhla and Jai Kumar
Abstract: Keeping in view the importance of divergence study, a systematic research trial was undertaken to quantify extent of divergence of different Sarpgandha germplasm through its qualitative and quantitative traits at AICRP (M&APs) farm, BAU, Ranchi. Among the sources of genetic diversity in Sarpgandha germplasm, maximum percentage contribution was shown by seed yield/plant (51.33%) followed by inflorescence length (19.33%) and number of flower/inflorescence (11.67%). Seven clusters were formed, out of which cluster I consisted of 9 germplasm, followed by cluster II (8 germplasm) and cluster III (4 germplasm). Maximum inter cluster divergence was found between cluster III and cluster VI (13.59) followed by cluster II and cluster III (12.46) and cluster III and VII (10.44). So parents may be selected for hybridization program from these clusters i.e. cluster (III & VI), (II & III) and (III & VII).
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Rashmi Bakhla and Jai Kumar. Estimation of the extent of genetic divergence and clustering pattern among germplasm of Sarpgandha (Rauvolfia serpentina). International Journal of Chemical Studies. 2019; 7(6): 191-196.
