Journal of Tree Sciences
Open Access
  • Year: 2018
  • Volume: 37
  • Issue: 2

Characterization of Physiological Efficiency and Gall Tolerance of Eucalyptus Clones Under Field Conditions

1Postdoctoral Researcher, Department of Environmental Engineering, Daegu University, South Korea

2Rain Forest Research Institute, P.O. Box No-136, A.T. Road (East), Jorhat, 785010

3Institute of Forest Genetics and Tree Breeding, P.B. No.1061, R.S. Puram, Coimbatore-641002 (India), Email: rekhawarrier@gmail.com

Online published on 12 December, 2019.

Abstract

Twenty five commercial clones of Eucalyptus, planted by farmers in different parts of the country were screened for their physiological parameters and gall infestation under field conditions. Twenty clones showed high water use efficiency while clones ITC 122, 228 and 248 were free from attack of gall. Clone ITC 227 was found suitable for improved yield in arid areas. These clones are recommended for further breeding and development of new varieties in clonal forestry.

Keywords

Arid, Clonal variation, Eucalyptus, Gall infestation, ITC, Photosynthesis