AlpiniatoZingiber–Zingiberalesin commercial floriculture

Criley, Richard A.

doi:10.17660/actahortic.2015.1104.64

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“…Malakar et al (2016) had also corroborated the same based on the outcomes of their experiment on evaluation of agro-morphological attributes of diversified Heliconia genotypes under West Bengal, India, condition but any standardized range of shade percentage yet to be made. The other tropical cut flowers also prefer semi-shaded condition like in Alpinia 30% (Criley, 1988), Curcuma 50-70% (Criley, 2014), Anthurium 30%-75% (Kamemoto, 1962) while according to Ismail et al (2019), Etlingera needs partial shade (standardized percentage not found) but the empirical views of the authors of this review are paradoxical to the view of these researchers.…”

Section: Pre-harvest Factorsmentioning

confidence: 73%

“…To have perpetual blooming, forcing technique which involves the low temperature (15°C) storage of rhizomes followed by warmer storage (25-32°C) for 15days, found effective. Criley et al, 2003;Sarmiento and Kuehny, 2003;Paz et al, 2005;Roh et al, 2005;Criley, 2014 Anthurium sp.…”

Section: Seasonal Bloomingmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…1.2-2.0m (Criley, 1988), and 1.5 x 1.5m (Criley, 2011and Criley, 2014, Castro et al, 2011 respectively while irrigation of 25mm week -1 in Alpinia (Criley, 2014) and withholding of irrigation in scheduled manner for about 2.0-2.5 months, had been found beneficial in early flowering in Strelitzia (Criley, 2005). In case of C. alismatifolia, C. gracillima and C. thorelli, pre-soaking of rhizomes in GA 4+7 solution (concentration did not found), for 10mins duration, during pre-planting stage may cause the dwarfing of floral stem length (Sarmiento and Kuehny, 2003) which consequently make these cut blooms more feasible to use and transport also.…”

Section: <25°c During Day and 18°c During Nightmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…In Strelitzia sp. and Alpinia sp., the harvesting indices are almost similar, while in Etlingera, 'tight bud stage' and 'torch stage' are considered as the optimum stage of harvesting (Criley, 2014), although it may vary from species to species (Table 4). According to Liju (2013), harvesting the inflorescences at the 1-2 open bracts stage in general increases the vase life.…”

Section: Harvesting Factorsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Strelitzia sp. Tight bud condition (orange colored tepals start to peep from the spathe) Criley and Paull, 1993;Jaroenkit and Paull, 2003;Bayogan et al, 2008;Koley, 2013;Criley, 2014 Alpiniasp. ½ to 2/3 rd or 3/4 th number of open bracts with 2 or 3 attached foliage(s) Broschat and Donselman, 1988;Criley, 1996 quality by an extra 42% compared to mature harvesting (3-4 bracts open stage).…”

Section: Optimum Harvesting Condition/indices Sourcesmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Review of recent advances in post-harvest techniques for tropical cut flowers and future prospects: Heliconia as a case-study

Malakar

Paiva

Beruto³

et al. 2023

Front. Plant Sci.

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Aesthetic attributes and easy-to-grow nature of tropical cut flowers (TCFs) have contributedto their potential for increased production. The dearth of information regarding agronomic practices and lack of planting materials are the key hindrances against their fast expansion. Unconventional high-temperature storage requirements and the anatomy of the peduncle contribute topoor vase life performance, while troublesome packaging and transport due to unusual size and structureprimarily cause post-harvest quality deterioration. Nonetheless, the exotic floral structuresconsequently increase market demand, particularly in temperate countries. This boosts studies aimed at overcoming post-harvest hindrances. While a few TCFs (Anthurium, Strelitzia, Alpinia, and a few orchids) are under the spotlight, many others remain behind the veil. Heliconia, an emerging specialty TCF (False Bird-of-Paradise, family Heliconiaceae), is one of them. The structural uniquenessand dazzling hues of Heliconia genotypes facilitate shifting its position from the back to the forefrontof the world floriculture trade. The unsatisfactory state-of-the-art of Heliconia research and the absence of any review exclusively on it are the key impetus for structuring this review. In addition to the aforementioned setbacks, impaired water uptake capacity after harvest, high chilling sensitivity, and the proneness of xylem ducts to microbial occlusion may be counted as a few additional factors that hinder its commercialization. This review demonstrates the state-of-the-art of post-harvest research while also conceptualizing the implementation of advanced biotechnological aid to alleviate the challenges, primarily focusing on Heliconia (the model crop here) along with some relevant literature on its other allied members. Standard harvesting indices, grading, and packaging are also part of the entire post-harvest operational chain, but since these phases are barely considered in Heliconia and the majority of tropical ornamentals except a few, a comprehensive account of these aspects has also been given. The hypothesized cues to nip chilling injury, resorting to different bio-chemical treatments, nano-based technology, and advanced packaging techniques, may help overcome preservation difficulties and propel its transition from niche to the commercial flower market. In a nutshell, readers will gain a comprehensive overview of how optimum post-harvest handling practices can rewardingly characterize this unique group of TCFs as the most remunerative component.

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Section: Pre-harvest Factorsmentioning

confidence: 73%