Methods for Overcoming Seed Dormancy and Vegetative Propagation of Marula - a review
Abstract The production of marula in Africa holds significant social, economic, and medicinal importance. The semi-arid region of Minas Gerais, Brazil, has great potential for marula cultivation, as the soil and climatic conditions resemble those of its native habitat. Therefore, studies related to the propagation of this species in the semi-arid conditions are essential for advancements in various areas related to marula production. Marula seeds exhibit an as yet undefined dormancy, and methods for overcoming this dormancy have not been well-established. Additionally, a protocol for vegetative propagation has not been established. Consequently, there are obstacles to overcome and enable the commercial production of marula seedlings. Furthermore, there is limited research on this crop in Brazil, despite the potential to establish marula cultivation in the semi-arid region of the country, providing another food option for the Brazilian population. In addition to its medicinal properties and the potential for job creation and income generation in dryland areas, the cultivation play a role in poverty reduction and strengthening agriculture in the semi-arid region.
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| Format: | Digital revista |
| Language: | English |
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Sociedade de Ciências Agrárias de Portugal
2024
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| Online Access: | http://scielo.pt/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S0871-018X2024000200021 |
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