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Publications (5)

Utilization of Natural Dyes from Marigold and Rose for Colour Improvement in Dry Flower Technology

Kalyani T.G, Rafeekher M, Priya Kumari I, Reshmi C.R, Geetha Lekshmi P.R & Swapna Alex · Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology · 2025

Natural dyes from floral waste offer a sustainable alternative to synthetic colourants in dry flower technology. This study aimed to explore the utilization of natural dyes from marigold and rose for enhancing colour quality in dry flower technology, by assessing the impact of di...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jabb/2025/v28i123405

Varietal Evaluation of Tuberose for Commercial Traits

Hasna PM, Rafeekher M, Priyakumari I, Reshmi CR, Greeshma Baby & AVM Manjusha · Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology · 2024

Aims: To evaluate the tuberose varieties for growth, yield and smart farming application. Study Design: The experiment was laid out in Randomized block design with three replications. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Floriculture and Landscaping, College of Agriculture,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jabb/2024/v27i121762

Post Harvest Management of Bulbous Ornamentals

Alosious Joy, Priyakumari I, Rafeekher M, Reshmi C R & Beena R · Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology · 2025

Bulbous ornamentals are major components of the floriculture industry, valued for their diverse colours, forms, fragrances and economic importance, with their underground storage organs providing adaptability and ease of propagation while requiring careful post-harvest management...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jabb/2025/v28i123418

Abiotic Stress in Cut Flowers: Mechanisms, Effects and Management Strategies

Sreya K, Reshmi C.R, Rafeekher M, Priyakumari I & Beena R · Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology · 2025

Cut flowers constitute a vital component of the global floriculture industry, contributing substantially to aesthetic enrichment, economic development and international trade. However, their production and postharvest quality are increasingly constrained by abiotic stresses such...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jabb/2025/v28i113346

Biostimulants for Promoting Growth, Yield and Flower Quality in Anthurium andreanum Lind

Jewel Maria Thomas, Reshmi CR, Rafeekher M, Priyakumari I & Aparna B · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2024

The present study was carried out at the Department of Floriculture and Landscaping, College of Agriculture, Vellayani, Kerala Agricultural University, during 2022-23 with an aim to evaluate the effect of foliar application of different biostimulants on growth, yield, and floweri...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2024/v14i23948