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March 2, 2026International Journal of Genetics and GenomicsOpen Access

Assessment of Genetic Variability and Character Association of Watermelon (iCitrullus lanatus/i) varieties Using Agromorphological Characters

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FEFokam Paul ErnestLBLIKENG-LI-NGUE BENOIT-CONSTANTNZNdiang Zenabou

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Overview

Evaluation of genetic variability and their contribution to watermelon traits indicates potential for breeding improvements.

Key Points

  • The study aims to assess the genetic variability of watermelon varieties in Cameroon through agromorphological characterization.
  • Five watermelon genotypes were evaluated for their genetic variability and heritability.
  • Analysis of variance was performed to assess variation among studied traits.
  • Principal component analysis grouped genotypes based on observed variations.
  • Significant variation was found for all characters evaluated, indicating sufficient genetic diversity.
  • Kaolack variety showed the highest fruit count per plant, while Koloss had the least.
  • High broad-sense heritability was recorded for the weight of one hundred seeds.

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Ernest et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69a52e45f1e85e5c73bf1ca6https://doi.org/10.11648/j.ijgg.20261401.12
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