Response of Jatropha curcas L. to water deficits: Yield, water use efficiency and oilseed characteristics

Genetic variation and heritability estimation in Jatropha curcas L. progenies for seed yield and vegetative traits

“…In recent years, Jatropha curcas L., a perennial plant belonging to the family Euphorbiaceae has received considerable interest of the researchers as a potential source of biodiesel. Its multipurpose benefits as a source of green manure, soil ameliorator and improve rural economy by generating huge manpower employment during various stages of its cultivation and downstream processing makes it a potential candidate for large-scale plantation on marginal lands (Rao et al, 2008;Sunil et al, 2008;Kheira and Atta, 2009;Mishra, 2009;Behera et al, 2010). However, the current seed yield of Jatropha for production of bio-fuels is inadequate to completely replace fossil fuels (Ruth, 2008).…”

Abiotic Stress Diagnosis via Laser Induced Chlorophyll Fluorescence Analysis in Plants for Biofuel

“…One of the main crops currently being proposed as a diesel/kerosene substitute or extender, is Jatropha curcas (Linnaeus) (Openshaw 2000, Francis et al, 2005. Water stress studies have been already carried out in several plant species, seeking for responses of different mechanisms in leaves under water distress (Theisen, 1988;Chappelle et al, 1984;Dahn et al, 1992;Broglia, 1993;Munns, 2002;Marcassa et al, 2006;Abou Kheira & Atta, 2009;Maes et al, 2009;Caires et al, 2010;Robredo et al, 2010;Patane & Cosentini, 2010;Tushar et al, 2010;Silva et al, 2010). In this section, the effect of water deficit in jatropha plants is investigated using chlorophyll fluorescence spectroscopy.…”

Effects of Different Doses of Fertilizers on Growth and Yield Components of Biodiesel Plant (Jatropha curcas L.)

“…Its multifarious benefits as a source of green manure, soil ameliorator and improve rural economy by generating huge manpower employment during various stages of its cultivation and downstream processing makes it a potential candidate for large-scale plantation on marginal lands (Abdelgadir et al 2007;Sunil et al 2008;Rao et al 2008;Kochhar et al 2008;Kheira & Atta 2009;Mishra 2009;Behera et al 2010). European Union and India have set targets of 10 and 20% replacement of transport fossil fuel with biodiesel by 2020 and 2012, respectively (Rosch & Skarka 2009;Biswas et al 2010).…”