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Taxonomic Studies of Lippia javanica (Burm F.) Spreng. Complex (Verbenaceae) in East African Flora

Masinde Wafula Collins, David Mutisya Musyimi & Itambo Malombe · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2021

Lippia javanica complex is widely spread in Eastern, Central and Southern Africa; however, there exist a taxonomic conflict in the aforementioned species complex where morphologically similar forms of the species occur in the same habitat. In the Southern Africa region, there are...

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Proximate Nutrient Potential, Phytochemical Screening and Vitamin B-Composition of Pleurotus ostreatus Cultivated by Substrate Organic Supplementation Techniques

Okoroh Prince, Amadi Benjamin, Nwadike Constance, Ezekwe Ahamefula, Onuoha Nchekwube, Onyeabo Chimaraoke, Eboagwu Ijeoma & Kalu Winner · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2020

The proximate nutrient potential, phytochemical screening and vitamin B-composition of Pleurotus ostreatus (P.O) cultivated by three substrate organic supplementation techniques (avocado seed supplementation (AVOS), whole wheat supplementation (WWS) and soya bean + avocado + whea...

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Variations of the Functional Leaf Traits in Some Agroforestry Woody Species of the Sudano-guinea Savannahs of Ngaoundere, Adamawa Cameroon: Effects of Plant Taxonomy, Life Forms, Habits and Habitats

Maigari Pale, . Tchobsala, Massai Tchima Jacob, Babe Ndara Gregoire, Bitjoka Laurent & Ibrahima Adamou · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2020

Leaf functional traits have been shown to be useful to understand how and why ecosystems and their components vary among plant species and across environmental heterogeneity. This study investigated how leaf functional traits vary according to plant taxonomic (species, families),...

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Allelopathic Effect of Neem (Azadirachta indica) Leaf Extracts on Germination and Seedling Growth of Some Vegetable Crops

Habiba Khanam, Md. Shazadur Rahman, Md. Jahidul Islam, Rubeca Fancy, Md. Belal Hosain & Rumnaz Shamima Nasrin Rima · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2020

Aqueous leaves extract of different concentrations of Azadirachta indica or Neem was used to study the influence of their allelopathic effects on germination and growth of some vegetable crops namely cucumber, chilli and brinjal during January-July 2019 at the research laboratory...

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Scientific Validation of HPTLC Method for Quantitative Estimation of Alkaloid and Flavonoids from Oxalis corniculata

. Ranjani, . Patharaj & . Kannan · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2020

Background: Oxalis corniculata Linn. belongs to Oxalidaceae family. It is an herbaceous plant abundant in mountain regions of India. It is one of the most adaptable and popular medicinal plants having a broad spectrum of biological activity. Objectives: The aim of the work is to...

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Effect of Different Substrates on the Nutritional Composition of Pleurotus ostreatus (Jacq.) P. Kumm. (Oyster Mushroom)

T. S. Ewekeye, F. A. Abdulsalam, A. A. Sanni, A. Fadiora & O. A. Oke · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2020

Pleurotus ostreatus is a widely cultivated mushroom across the globe, known for its nutritional and therapeutic properties with a low rate production technology and increased biological efficiency. This study was aimed at determining the nutritional composition of P. ostreatus gr...

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Savannas Highlands of Cameroon: Floristic Composition, Functional Traits and Conservation Status

Wouokoue Taffo Junior Baudoin, Avana Tientcheu Marie Louise, Froumsia Moksia, Hamawa Yougouda, Christiana Ngyete Nyikob Mbogue, Nguetsop Victor François & Fonkou Théophile · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2020

Background: The savannas flora has been widely neglected in science and conservation policy throughout the world, so that this biodiversity component remains largely unknown. Aims: The objective of this study was to assess floristic diversity, ecological characteristics and conser...

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Study on the Survival Condition of Black Rot (Corticium theae) Disease of Tea in Different Habitant

S. K. Singha, I. Ahmad, R. Uddin & M. S. Islam · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2020

The experiment was conducted to find out the survival condition of Black Rot disease (Corticium theae) of tea. Samples and data were collected from experimental field, BTRI and the causing pathogen of Black Rot (Corticium theae) was detected. In dormant period after pruning, Cort...

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Ten Year Progression of Musa Breeding from 1987 to 1997: 1. Pollination Success and Seed Production (Fecundity) Patterns among Multiple Ploidy Crosses

Wilson, V., Tenkouano, A., Wilson G. F., Swennen, R., Vuylsteke D., Ortiz R., Crouch, J. H. H., Crouch, H. K., Gauhl, F., Pasberg-Gauhl, C. & Austin P. D. · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2020

Aims: To create genetic variability, produce seeds and ultimately develop disease resistant and agronomically desirable hybrids with good organoleptic quality bunches. Study Design: Multiple hand pollinations/ crosses in possible combinations of 2x, 3x and 4x as maternal/ seed an...

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Soil-Woody Plant Relationship in Oban Forest Reserve, Akamkpa, Cross River State, Nigeria

Essien, Imedimfon I., Ogbemudia, Felix O. & Ezekiel, Anietie G. · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2020

Aims: Relationship between soil and woody species were assessed in the forest reserve in view of highlighting plant diversity status, population density and nutrient-relations in the forest. Study Design: Systematic sampling method was used in sampling soil and vegetation paramet...

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Effect of Sodium Chloride on Growth, Nodulation, Flowering & Yield of Pea Plant (Pisum sativum L.) under Photoperiods

. Gulafshan & M. A. Siddiqui · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2020

Garden pea (Pisum sativum L.) is a popular nutritious vegetable crop grown in winter season through out of the world, belong to family Fabaceae .A study was made on the influence of sodium chloride upon the growth, chlorophyll content, nodulation, flowering and yield of Pea Plant...

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Screening of Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) Genotypes for Adaptability in the Western Highlands of Cameroon

E. T. Tchio, S. S. Meka & D. K. Njualem · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2020

An experiment was conducted from 20th April to 11th August 2016 at Upper Farm Bambui with 16 potato genotypes to select those with best performance as promising candidates for variety release. The treatments were arranged in a randomised complete blocked design with four replicat...

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Influence of Foliar Application with Some Natural Extracts and Nutrients Compounds on Nutritional Status of Washington Navel Orange Transplants

M. N. A. Al- Sabbagh, H. E. M. El- Badawy, M. H. M. Baiea & S. F. EL- Gioushy · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2020

This research was conducted during the two consecutive seasons of 2018 and 2019 at the Fruit Nursery Department of Horticulture, Faculty of Agriculture at Moshtohor, Benha University of Qalyubeia Governorate, Egypt, to study the effect of some natural treatments, e.g. Algae, Brea...

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Assessment of Hematological and Serum Electrolyte of Albino Rats Administered with Graded Concentrations of Ethanol Extract of Ficus capensis

K. O. Igwe, C. O. Ujowundu, S. C. Chukwudoruo & U. K. Obasi · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2020

Hematological and Serum electrolyte levels of albino rats administered graded concentrations (250 mg/kg, 150 mg/kg and 100 mg/kg) of ethanol extract of Ficus capensis was assessed. Hematological parameters were analyzed with a hematological auto analyzer. Sodium, Potassium and Ch...

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