Unlocking the genetic diversity of Indian turmeric (Curcuma longa L.) germplasm based on rhizome yield traits and curcuminoids.

ABSTRACT: Turmeric is an important commercial crop widely grown in Asia due to its pharmacological and nutritional value. India is the centre of turmeric diversity and many turmeric accessions have good rhizome yield, varying curcuminoids content and are well-adapted to various agro-climatic zones. In the present study, we unravel the diversity among 200 Indian turmeric accessions based on rhizome yield traits and curcuminoids content. Clustering and correlation studies were also performed to group the turmeric accessions and to observe the relationship between the traits. Results revealed the presence of large variability among turmeric accessions including the major traits such as yield (24.77 g p^-1 to 667.63 g p^-1), dry recovery percentage (13.42% to 29.18%), curcumin (0.41%

SUBMITTER: Dudekula MV 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9797976 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature