Genetic architectural study for yield and yield contributing traits in diverse genotypes of bitter gourd (Momordica charantia L.)
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.Abstract
Bitter gourd (Momordica charantia L., 2n=2x=22) is
one of the major crop belonging to the cucurbitaceae
family. It is well known for its high medicinal values,
possessing antiviral, antioxidant, antihepatotoxic,
antiulcerogenic and antimicrobial properties. Bitter gourd
extracts traditionally used as vegetable insulin possess
hypoglycemic, antioxidative and antidiabetic agents that
are useful in the treatment of diabetes (Behera et al.
2010). The fruits contain two alkaloids viz., momordicin
and cucurbitacin. Indian bitter gourd is classified into
two botanical varieties based on fruit size, shape, colour,
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