Exploration studies on biochemical markers associated with regeneration potential in Cuminum cyminum L.

Abstract

Embryogenesis and organogenesis have been carried out in Cumin from various explants obtained from in vitro raised seedlings. Biochemical analysis was performed with various types of callii obtained, viz; embryogenic, non-embryogenic, organogenic and non-organogenic. Total protein content was found to be maximum in embryogenic callus obtained from root explants (19.50 mg/g tissue), while peroxidase activity was higher in non-organogenic callus obtained on TDZ (Thidiazuron) supplemented media from hypocotyl explant (0.15/mg protein).