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Plant Propagation

Seed propagation offers advantages such as being easy and natural, promoting genetic variation, and producing disease-free plants, making it cost-effective for large-scale production. However, it has disadvantages like slower growth, higher mortality rates, and specific conditions required for successful germination. Alternative methods like cutting and grafting are also discussed, highlighting their unique processes for plant propagation.

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Plant Propagation

Seed propagation offers advantages such as being easy and natural, promoting genetic variation, and producing disease-free plants, making it cost-effective for large-scale production. However, it has disadvantages like slower growth, higher mortality rates, and specific conditions required for successful germination. Alternative methods like cutting and grafting are also discussed, highlighting their unique processes for plant propagation.

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Advantages of Seed Propagation (বীজ দ্বারা গাছের

বংশবিস্তারের সুবিধা):
1. Easy and Natural – It is the most natural and simple method of plant
propagation.

2. Genetic Variation – Seeds produce genetically diverse plants, leading


to stronger and more adaptable species.

3. Disease-Free Plants – Seeds usually do not carry diseases from the


parent plant, unlike cuttings or grafting.

4. Cost-Effective – Growing plants from seeds is cheaper than using


artificial propagation methods.

5. Large-Scale Production – It is suitable for growing a large number of


plants at once, especially in agriculture.

6. Better Adaptability – Seed-grown plants develop strong root


systems, making them more adaptable to different environments.

7. Longevity – Seeds can be stored for long periods and used when
needed.

8. Easy Transportation – Seeds are lightweight and easy to transport


over long distances.

Disadvantages of Seed Propagation (বীজ দ্বারা


বংশবিস্তারের অসুবিধা):
1. Slow Growth – Plants grown from seeds take longer to mature
compared to vegetative propagation.

2. Genetic Variation – While variation can be beneficial, it can also lead


to undesirable traits in some plants.

3. Not Suitable for All Plants – Some plants (like seedless fruits)
cannot be propagated through seeds.

4. Requires Specific Conditions – Seeds need proper temperature,


moisture, and soil conditions to germinate successfully.
5. Higher Mortality Rate – Seedlings are more vulnerable to diseases,
pests, and environmental stress.

6. Seasonal Limitation – Many seeds require specific seasons to


germinate, unlike vegetative propagation, which can be done year-
round.

7. Unpredictable Results – Since seeds are genetically different from


the parent plant, the quality and yield of the new plant may not always
be consistent.

Cutting Propagation

Cutting is the process of taking a part of a plant (usually a stem, leaf, or


root) and encouraging it to grow roots to form a new plant.

Grafting Propagation

Grafting involves joining two different plants (called the scion and
rootstock) together to grow as a single plant. The scion is the top part,
and the rootstock is the bottom part. The goal is for the scion to benefit
from the root system of the rootstock.

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