Rapid clonal propagation of an ornamental bamboo (Bambusa vulgaris L.)

An attempt was made to develop a rapid clonal propagation system for an ornamental bamboo by manipulating the nutrient media and growth regulators. Though BAP alone helped in shoot induction, proliferation and growth, the presence of BAP along with adenine sulphate and IBA promoted high frequency shoot multiplication. Better rooting in in-vitro derived shoots was noted in the liquid medium containing IBA as compared to NAA. Thus, in-vitro protocol may provide an effective strategy for the mass multiplication of ornamental bamboo.