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Rajeshwari Sahu

Publications (7)

Standardization of Dehydration Media for Quality Preservation and Value Addition in Diverse Orchid Species of Chhattisgarh Plains

Neelima Khunte, Rajeshwari Sahu, Toran Lal Sahu, Amit Dixit & Suvigya Gautam · Asian Journal of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition · 2026

Orchids are among the most valued ornamental flowers owing to their remarkable diversity in colour, shape, texture, and longevity. The present investigation was conducted to evaluate the effect of drying treatments on quality retention in nineteen orchid species under a Factorial...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajsspn/2026/v12i3742

Aerides maculosa Lindl. (Orchidaceae): Taxonomic and Ecological Insights from Southern Plateau Region of Chhattisgarh, India

Suvigya Gautam, Rajeshwari Sahu & Neelima Khunte · Asian Journal of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition · 2026

A floristic exploration conducted during 2024-2025, 2025-2026 in the Bastar plateau region of Chhattisgarh documented the occurrence of Aerides maculosa Lindl. (Orchidaceae) in Patraguda village, Farasgaon block, Kondagaon District, Chhattisgarh, India. The species was observed a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajsspn/2026/v12i3727

Morphological Characterization of Ornamental Sunflower Based on DUS Descriptors

Payal Sahu, Bharti Sao, Rajeshwari Sahu, Jaya Chandrakar, Richa Sao, Anita Kerketta & Parminder S. Saini · Asian Journal of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition · 2026

Ornamental sunflower cultivars require clear morphological description for cultivar identification and distinctness, uniformity, and stability assessment. This study characterised Helianthus annuus L. cv. Vincent’s 2 Choice during 2024–25 and 2025–26 at the Department of Floricul...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajsspn/2026/v12i3749

Effect of Pre-drying Treatments and Microwave Drying Duration on Quantitative and Qualitative Attributes of Dried Rose Flowers

Deepika Sahu, Bharti Sao, Rajeshwari Sahu, Seven Das Khunte & Richa Sao · Asian Journal of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition · 2026

Roses, known as the “Queen of Flowers,” are highly valued ornamental crops but their short post-harvest life necessitates effective preservation techniques like optimized drying methods to maintain quality and extend usability. A laboratory investigation was conducted to standard...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajsspn/2026/v12i2694

Influence of Packaging Materials and Storage Temperature on Postharvest Quality and Longevity of Marigold Flowers

Jaya Chandrakar, Bharti Sao, Payal Sahu, Rajeshwari Sahu, Richa Sao & Soman Singh Dhruw · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2026

Post-harvest factors, including packaging materials and storage temperature, play a crucial role in influencing the moisture retention, visual quality, and longevity of loose flowers. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of different packaging materials and storage temperature...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2026/v32i104537

Economic Analysis and Commercial Potential of Ornamental Sunflower as a Cut Flower

Payal Sahu, Bharti Sao, Jaya Chandrakar, Rajeshwari Sahu, Richa Sao, Anita Kerketta, Neelima Khunte & Deepika Jhalariya · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2026

Ornamental sunflower has gained popularity as a cut flower owing to its attractive appearance, short growth cycle, and market demand, although limited information is available regarding its economic feasibility and commercial potential under Indian conditions. Therefore, the pres...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2026/v32i94490