Abstract

Callus induction from corm of Gloriosa superba Linn: An endangered medicinal plant

Author(s): Dharmendra Singh, Manish Mishra, Anirudha Singh Yadav

In present study, an efficient protocol was developed for induction of callus derived from corms of Gloriosa superba Linn. MS medium with various concentrations and combinations of growth regulators or other supplements was used. The best growth of callus was obtained in MS mediumcontaining 2.5mg/l BAP + 1mg/l IAA+ .5mg/lKN+ 15%CW.