2025 Vol. 31 No.1 PP 15-22

https://doi.org/10.33451/florafauna.v31i1pp15-22

Exploring the genetic diversity of Musa sikkimensis land races in Nagaland, India

K. R. Singh, *A. Sarkar and S. Walling

Department of Horticulture,
School of Agricultural Sciences,
Medziphema Campus, Nagaland University,
NAGALAND - 797106, INDIA
*Corresponding Author : E-mail : asarkar@nagalanduniversity.ac.in

ABSTRACT

Musa sikkimensis is an interesting species of Musa confined to the scenic state of Nagaland in northeastern India. The purpose of this research is to explore into the diversity and landraces of Musa sikkimensis in Nagaland hill region, revealing in light of morphological characters, ethnobotanical utilisation, long-term management, involvement of local residents and valuable conservation in Nagaland, India.The findings emphasise the necessity of maintaining and safeguarding these unique genetic resources as well as merging traditional knowledge with current conservation measures, to ensure their long-term use and survival of these valuable taxa.

KEY WORDS : Conservation, Diversity, Ethnobotany, Morphology, Musa sikkimensis,