Efforts for the Revival of Vigna subterranea (L.) Verdc. (Bambara groundnut) through Germplasm Introduction in India

Abstract

Vigna subterranea (L.) Verdc. (Bambara groundnut), an underutilized leguminous crop was studied with respect to plant morphology, prospects of crop introduction, and application of climatic analogues tools (CAT) to identify the most suitable areas for cultivation in India. Data on regular introductions of the crop in India was presented and the lack of information on crop performance in multi-location trials were the major gaps that need special attention in the Indian context. This paper attempts on some preliminary morphological observations under field trials and application of CAT besides botany, methods of propagation, use, and cultivation practices.