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Chromosome relationship inCalendula species

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A new basic numberx=11 for the genusCalendula is reported for the first time inC. persica 2n=44 from Jammu. Its chromosome relationship withC. suffruticosa 2n=28,C. officinalis 2n=32 andC. arvensis 2n=32 are discussed. As inNarcissus the tetraploidy inCalendula provides the best form suitable for cultivation as garden plant.

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Janaki Ammal, E.K., Sobti, S.N. Chromosome relationship inCalendula species. Proc. Indian Acad. Sci. 55, 128–130 (1962). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03051875

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