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Early Development of Root and Shoot in Ficus pseudopalma Blanco Stem Cuttings Using Different Propagation Media

Author(s) Wella Babe O. Sitoy
Country Philippines
Abstract Ficus pseudopalma, commonly known as Philippine fig, Dracaena fig, or palm-leaf fig, is an indigenous species in the Moraceae family. Locally referred to as Lubi-lubi or Niyog-niyogan due to its palm-like appearance, it holds significant ethnobotanical value as an ornamental plant, food source, and medicinal resource. Given its endemic status, propagating F. pseudopalma is vital for conservation, biodiversity preservation, and maintaining ecosystem health. This study aimed to determine the most effective propagation medium for cultivating stem cuttings of F. pseudopalma to support these efforts. A completely randomized design (CRD) with 10 replicates per treatment was employed. Stem cuttings measuring 10 cm were collected from healthy mother plants, with over 40 cuttings used as planting materials. Three propagation media were prepared: M1 (topsoil, peat, sawdust in a 1:1:1 ratio), M2 (topsoil and sand in a 1:3 ratio), and M3 (topsoil and parboiled rice hulls in a 1:1 ratio). The cuttings were cultivated for 50 days, during and after which data on root and shoot development were collected. Statistical analyses, including ANOVA and Bonferroni-adjusted post hoc tests at a significance level of P<0.05, were conducted to evaluate the results. Findings revealed that the combination of topsoil, peat, and sawdust (M1) was the most effective propagation medium, significantly enhancing both root and shoot growth compared to the control medium (M0). Although media with topsoil and sand (M2) and topsoil with parboiled rice hulls (M3) supported plant growth, their performance was less remarkable than M1. Interestingly, while M1 showed notable differences from the control, there were no significant differences among the other media combinations in most growth parameters. In conclusion, M1 emerged as the optimal propagation medium for F. pseudopalma stem cuttings, offering a practical approach to improving propagation success rates. This study contributes to conservation strategies for native Philippine flora by identifying effective cultivation techniques that support the growth and sustainability of this endemic species.
Keywords Figs, Cultivation, Parameters, Optimal Medium, Growth
Field Biology > Agriculture / Botany
Published In Volume 7, Issue 1, January-February 2025
Published On 2025-02-11
Cite This Early Development of Root and Shoot in Ficus pseudopalma Blanco Stem Cuttings Using Different Propagation Media - Wella Babe O. Sitoy - IJFMR Volume 7, Issue 1, January-February 2025. DOI 10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i01.36755
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i01.36755
Short DOI https://doi.org/g84xwm
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