Introduction Eggplant, Solanum melongena (L.) belongingfamily Solanaceae is widely cultivated in the tropics [1]. This dicotyledonous, perennial, erect and branching plant is one of the most consumed vegetables in West…
Introduction The structure and size of the orchid seed are among the most striking characteristics of the Orchidaceae. Orchid seeds are minute, weigh from 0.3 to 14 µg and…
1. Introduction Soil test-based nutrient management has emerged as a critical strategy for enhancing agricultural productivity. Over recent decades, agricultural practices have shifted away from traditional, less-intensive methods to more…
1. Introduction According to the World Health Organization's indigenous medicine report (1978), traditional medicine is the main source of health care for 80% of the world's population [1]. The last…
INTRODUCTION Since its origin, the human species has managed to survive through the constant use of the wild species found around it [1,2,3]. The utilization of flora populations by these…