Comparative Analysis of Kabuli and Desi Chickpea Growth Parameters under Cystoseira indica (Thivy et Doshi) Mariha, 1968 Compost Application

  • Hafsah - Department of Botany, University of Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan
  • Amarah - Department of Botany, University of Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan
  • Amir Haider Chemico Bacteriological Laboratory, Department of Health, Government of Sindh Services Hospital Karachi
  • Laila Shahnaz
DOI: https://doi.org/10.58921/jse.03.01.080
Keywords: Chickpeas, Cystoseira indica, Bio-fertilizer, Growth Promoters.

Abstract

Seaweeds function as bio-fertilizers because they possess growth-promoting substances. Since chickpeas are an important agricultural crop consumed worldwide, this study focused on the effects of brown seaweed Cystoseira indica as compost on the physical parameters of Desi and Kabuli chickpeas.  C. indica was applied in five concentrations: 5%, 25%, 45%, 65%, and 85%, along with a control group. The best results for shoot and root lengths, plant height, and weight were observed in 25%, 45%, and 65% concentrations. However, the highest number of pods in both varieties was recorded in the 5% compost treatment.

Published
2024-07-01
How to Cite
-, H., -, A., Haider, A., & Shahnaz, L. (2024). Comparative Analysis of Kabuli and Desi Chickpea Growth Parameters under Cystoseira indica (Thivy et Doshi) Mariha, 1968 Compost Application. Journal of Sustainable Environment, 3(1), 9 - 15. https://doi.org/10.58921/jse.03.01.080
Issue
Vol 3 No 1 (2024): Journal of Sustainable Environment
Section
Articles