Cytomorphological Studies in Interspecific Hybrid Derivative Lines of Okra

The present investigation was undertaken with the object of studying morphological variation in eight interspecific hybrid derivative lines and two cultivated varieties of okra in relation to cytological status. There was a wide morphological variation in the derivative lines and cultivated varieties. However, four distinct morphological complexes could be recognized, particularly on the basis of plant height and yielding ability. Within group, morphological variations were of a low order. The lines included in these groups showed resemblance with the lines included in the different groups made on the cytological basis.