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Relationship between Seed Characters, Plant Growth and Yield Parameters of Phaseolus vulgaris

Relationship between Seed Characters, Plant Growth and Yield Parameters of Phaseolus vulgaris Legumes are an important component of the dietary pattern of the developing world. Thus optimal yields are a vital factor in agricultural production in these countries. Seed characters affect plant growth and yields of grain legumes. Due to the lack of similar studies in Phaseolus vulgaris (Frenchbeans), a study was carried out to determine the effect of seed characters on the growth cycle of frenchbean plants. Seed size was primarily determined by the size and weight of cotyledons and seed coat, as embryo size was similar in all seed classes. Seed size had no effect on seed viability, although larger seeds germinated earlier. There was a positive relationship between seed size and plant growth characters. Larger seeds developed plants with better growth and yield component parameters, resulting in higher yields. The importance of determining seed size in frenchbeans is presented. http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png Journal of Agronomy and Crop Science Wiley

Relationship between Seed Characters, Plant Growth and Yield Parameters of Phaseolus vulgaris

Sangakkara, U. R.
Journal of Agronomy and Crop Science , Volume 163 (2) – Sep 1, 1989
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Wiley
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Copyright © 1989 Wiley Subscription Services, Inc., A Wiley Company
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0931-2250
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1439-037X
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10.1111/j.1439-037X.1989.tb00742.x
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Abstract

Legumes are an important component of the dietary pattern of the developing world. Thus optimal yields are a vital factor in agricultural production in these countries. Seed characters affect plant growth and yields of grain legumes. Due to the lack of similar studies in Phaseolus vulgaris (Frenchbeans), a study was carried out to determine the effect of seed characters on the growth cycle of frenchbean plants. Seed size was primarily determined by the size and weight of cotyledons and seed coat, as embryo size was similar in all seed classes. Seed size had no effect on seed viability, although larger seeds germinated earlier. There was a positive relationship between seed size and plant growth characters. Larger seeds developed plants with better growth and yield component parameters, resulting in higher yields. The importance of determining seed size in frenchbeans is presented.

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Journal of Agronomy and Crop Science – Wiley

Published: Sep 1, 1989

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