| Publication Type | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 2002 |
| Authors | Bangarwa, K, S. |
| Journal Title | Indian Journal of Agroforestry |
| Volume | 4 |
| Pagination | 122-131 |
| ISBN Number | 0972-0715 |
| Key Words | apical dominance; branches; crown; diameter; disease resistance; multipurpose trees; pest resistance; phenotypic selection; plant; height; plus trees; provenance; provenance trials; selection; selection criteria; stem form; trees; Dalbergia sissoo |
| Abstract | Results are presented of an intensive survey conducted in Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab and Uttar Pradesh, India and in the southwestern regions of Nepal during January-February 1998 on the selection of plus trees of Dalbergia sissoo . A total of 63 plus trees were selected based on height, diameter, clear bole (without forking), stem straightness, aggressive apical dominance, compact crown, low branch angle, and resistance to pest and diseases. |