Mass multiplication of some flowering ornamentals

Ornamental flower industry has been fetching good monetary returns in recent years due to high demand of newer varieties. In vitro and in vivo regeneration has already changed the pattern of controlled plant growth. Researchers and commercial producers are working hard to introduce innovative approaches to maintain and fulfill this requirement. However, post harvest losses at the origin or in transit being huge, there is always a shortage of supply. This book presents two parallel research approaches for large-scale production of high quality ornamentals like Gladiolus, Chrysanthemum and Lily, to make them available regardless of season and geographic locations. Besides propagation techniques, screening of various important bioactive compounds and secondary metabolites is also discussed. Consideration is also given to the aesthetic value of these ornamentals with dehydration technology for long term preservation. Researchers and commercial growers will find this work handy and executable.