Ongoing Research Projects (2018 - 19)
| S.No. | Project | Nos. |
|---|---|---|
|
I |
University Research Projects |
5 |
|
II |
AICRP-Floriculture |
1 (19 Trials) |
|
III |
Externally Funded Projects |
2 |
|
IV |
Core Projects |
3 |
|
V |
Venture Capital Scheme |
1 |
|
VI |
Revolving Fund Scheme |
1 |
University Research Projects
| S.No. | Project | Duration | Project Leader(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | HCRI/CBE/HOR/FLO/2017/001
“Effect of foliar application of humic acid and silicic acid on growth, yield and quality of marigold (Tagetes erecta) cv. Coimbatore Local Yellow” |
Oct 2017 -Oct 2020 | Dr. S. Subramanian |
| 2 |
HCRI/CBE/HOR/FLO/2017/002 – Evaluation and clonal selection in underutilized Jasmine species |
Sep 2017 – Aug 2020 | Dr. M. Ganga |
| 3 |
Evaluation and clonal selection in Jasminum multiflorum to identify viable types for commercial cultivation |
Mar 2019 -Feb 2022 | Dr. M. Ganga |
| 4 |
HCRI/CBE/HOR/FLO/2013/006 Development of varieties in Hibiscus rosa-sinensis for high yield, quality and enhanced pigment content |
Sep 2017 -Aug 2019 | Dr. S.P. Thamaraiselvi |
| 5 | HCRI/CBE/HOR/FLO/2019/002
Standardization of techniques for delayed bud opening in Nerium (Nerium oleander L.) |
Oct 2019 -Oct 2021 | Dr. M. Velmurugan |
University Core Projects
| S.No. | Project | Duration | Project Leader(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Standardization of photoperiod for year round production of Cut Chrysanthemum under Coimbatore conditions |
2018-2019 | Dr. S.P. Thamaraiselvi |
|
2 |
Studies on evaluation of antioxidant property of Hibiscus rosasinensis genotypes and its stability in processed foods |
2018-2019 | Dr. S.P. Thamaraiselvi & Dr. V. Vennila |
|
3 |
HCRI/CBE/HOR/FLO/2018/CP146 – Standardization of protray technology for tuberose mass multiplication using bulblets |
2018-2019 | Dr. P. Aruna |
AICRP-Floriculture Research Trials (2018-19)
| S.No. | Crop | Project No. and title | Scientist in-charge | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GERMPLASM CONSERVATION AND EVALUATION (3 trials) | ||||
|
1 |
Chrysanthemum | 1.4.1: Collection, evaluation and maintenance of germplasm of chrysanthemum | Dr. S.P. Thamaraiselvi | |
|
2 |
Anthurium | 1.6.1.Collection, evaluation and maintenance of germplasm of anthurium | Dr. P. Aruna | |
|
3 |
Tuberose | 1.7.1.: Collection, evaluation and maintenance of tuberose germplasm | Dr. P. Aruna | |
| CROP IMPROVEMENT (4 trials) | ||||
|
4 |
Chrysanthemum | 2.3.1: Testing of new genotypes of chrysanthemum (for loose/cut flower/pot culture) | Dr. S.P. Thamaraiselvi | |
|
5 |
Crossandra | 2.5.1: Testing of new genotypes of crossandra for loose flower | Dr. S.P. Thamaraiselvi | |
|
6 |
China Aster | 2.6.1 : Testing of new genotypes of China aster | Dr. P. Aruna | |
|
7 |
Jasmine | 2.8.1.: Testing of new genotypes of Jasmine | Dr. P. Aruna | |
| CROP MANAGEMENT (5 trials) | ||||
|
9 |
Tuberose | 3.1.1 : Studies on phenophase based nutrient scheduling on flower yield, quality and bulb production in tuberose. | Dr. P. Aruna | |
|
10 |
Chrysanthemum | 3.2.1: Studies on phenophase based nutrient scheduling on flower yield and quality in chrysanthemum. | Dr. S.P. Thamaraiselvi | |
|
11 |
China Aster | 3.3.1: Studies on phenophase based nutrient scheduling on flower yield and quality in China Aster. | Dr. P. Aruna | |
|
12 |
Jasmine | 3.5.1. Induction of off-season flowering in jasmine (Jasminum sambac) | Dr. P. Aruna | |
|
13 |
Nursery | 3.7.1: Standardization of alternate media for nursery industry Aglaonema, Dracaena and Spathiphyllum | Dr. S.P. Thamaraiselvi | |
| POST HARVEST TECHNOLOGY AND VALUE ADDITION ( 6 trials) | ||||
|
14 |
Tuberose | 5.1.1: Standardization of chemical treatments for shelf life enhancement of loose tuberose. | Dr. S.P. Thamaraiselvi | |
|
15 |
Tuberose | 5.1.2: Testing of suitable lining materials for different packing conditions of tuberose flowers. | Dr. S.P. Thamaraiselvi | |
|
16 |
Tuberose | 5.1.3: Standardization of packaging for export of tuberose flowers | Dr. S.P. Thamaraiselvi | |
|
17 |
Tuberose | 5.1.4: Studies on use of food dyes with floral preservatives for tinting and vase life studies of tinted flowers in tuberose spikes | Dr. S.P. Thamaraiselvi | |
|
18 |
Rose | 5.2.1: Standardization of recipe for bourbon rose gulkhand. | Dr. S.P. Thamaraiselvi | |
|
19 |
Marigold | 5.4.1: Solid state fermentation technique for Marigold for extraction of carotenoids | Dr. P. Aruna | |
Venture Capital Scheme
‘Strengthening infrastructural facilities and updating the Botanic Gardens’
Revolving fund scheme
Propagation of ornamental plants