Genetic variability in cucumber (Cucumis sativus 1.)

Genetic variability, heritability and genetic advance of different yield contributing characters were studied in 31 collections of cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.). The study indicated the existance of considerable amount of genetic variability in respect to different characters contributing towards higher yield and quality in cucumber. It was identified that traits such as fruit weight, number of fruits per plant and node number of first female flower advance could be used effectively in improving yield through selection.