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Present studies have demonstrated that immature seeds obtained from green pod ofDendrobium fimbriatum Hook., an endangered epiphytic forest orchid having horticultural importance, can be germinated asymbioticallyin vitro for rapid micropropagation. Vacin and Went medium containing 0.1 mg L-1 NAA and 15% coconut water was found most effective for high percentage (80-90%) seed germination and seedling development. This method can be exploited for their rapid micropropagation and conservation.
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Sharma, R., De, K.K., Sharma, B. et al. Micropropagation ofDendrobium fimbriatum Hook. by green pod culture. J. Plant Biol. 48, 253–257 (2005). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03030415
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