September 2023

Effect of soil provenances on seed germination and seedling growth of Aframomum citratum (Pereira) K. Schum

Soil that is rich in organic matter means soil that is rich in physical and chemical properties and enhances plant growth and development. The objective of this study was to investigate the effect of soil provenance on seed germination and seedling growth of Aframomum citratum. Soil provenances were Buea, Dschang and Bamenda. These respective soil types were filled into 25 cm diameter polyethylene bags and pretreated...

Author(s): Christiana Ngyeti Nyikob Mbogue, Anjah Mendi Grace, Nkemnkeng Francoline Jong and Jane Iyinji Anyi