Micropropagation of Ironwood (Xylia xylocarpa (Roxb.) Taub.) by tissue culture

Abstract

It was found that the sterilization procedure was highly effective, resulting in a 100% survival rate of Xylia xylocarpa (Roxb.). After sterilization, the seeds were cultured on a half-strength Murashige and Skoog (MS) medium without adding plant growth regulators (PGRs). A maximum germination percentage of 100% was achieved after 2 weeks of culture. 1.5 cm-sized node segments from both seeds and mother trees were used for shoot induction. These node segments were treated with the same sterilization conditions as the seeds but with the addition of 0.1% HgCl2. The node segments achieved a 90% survival rate despite the additional chemicals. The node segments from seeds were then cultured on a full-strength MS medium supplemented with 0.50 mg/l of BAP. The results showed a maximum number of shoots, reaching 4.10±1.20 per explant and a mean shoot length of 3.87±0.30 cm. The part of node segments derived from mother trees showed 3.50±1.27 shoots per explant, accompanied by a mean shoot length of 3.18±0.89 cm when using BAP concentration of 0.25 mg/l after 12 weeks of cultivation. The rooting medium contained half-strength MS medium supplemented with 0.75 mg/l of IBA. After 8 weeks of being cultured in the rooting medium, the shoots exhibited a maximum rooting percentage of about 80%. The technique provides a valuable method for rapidly propagating and conserving this plant species in a controlled and efficient manner.