In Vitro Propagation of <i>Clausena lenis</i> Drake

In Vitro Propagation of <i>Clausena lenis</i> Drake

<i>Clausena lenis</i> Drake, a valuable medicinal plant in the Rutaceae family, faces threats from wildlife predation, overharvesting, and climate change. In the wild, <i>C. lenis</i> primarily propagates through seeds; however, their rapid loss of viability poses challenges...

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Main Authors: Pajaree Sathuphan, Srunya Vajrodaya, Nuttha Sanevas, Narong Wongkantrakorn
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2025-04-01
Series:Plants
Subjects:
callus induction
disinfection
plant tissue culture
medicinal plant
plant growth regulators
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2223-7747/14/7/1123
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Summary:<i>Clausena lenis</i> Drake, a valuable medicinal plant in the Rutaceae family, faces threats from wildlife predation, overharvesting, and climate change. In the wild, <i>C. lenis</i> primarily propagates through seeds; however, their rapid loss of viability poses challenges for long-term storage and germplasm conservation. Plant tissue culture offers a practical solution for both its conservation and large-scale production. This study examines seed sterilization, callus induction, shoot multiplication, and root induction protocols for <i>C. lenis</i>. Seeds attained a 100% sterilization rate using 0.2% (<i>w</i>/<i>v</i>) HgCl<sub>2</sub> for 20 min without compromising germination. When cultured on MS medium containing 0.5 mg/L 2,4-D, seed, stem-node, and 1-week-old seedling explants produced abundant callus. A 2.0 mg/L BA treatment achieved 100% shoot induction, with stem-node explants yielding the highest shoot proliferation (3.90 ± 0.31 shoots/explant), followed by 1-week-old seedlings (2.30 ± 0.21 shoots/explant) and seed explants (1.60 ± 0.16 shoots/explant). Rooting was most effective on half-strength MS medium supplemented with 20.0 mg/L IBA, producing an average of 4.30 ± 0.83 roots per shoot in shoot-tip-deprived explants. The rooted plantlets successfully acclimatized, attaining a 100% survival rate in a 1:1:1 mixture of sterile soil, cocopeat, and vermiculite. These findings provide a robust platform for the sustainable propagation and conservation of <i>C. lenis</i> in response to its growing vulnerabilities.
ISSN:2223-7747

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