Volume 21, Number 2, 153-159, DOI: 10.1023/A:1010688512846

Nutrient requirements for the growth of waterleaf (Talinum triangulare) in Uyo metropolis, Nigeria

Imoh E. Ukpong and Julia O. Moses

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Abstract

The all-season vegetable known as waterleaf (Talinum triangulare) is extensively grown in Nigeria''s metropolistan market gardens. This paper examines the soil compositions of some of the cultivation areas for this crop to determine the impacts of its very intensive repetitive cultivation. In general, the regular application of organic manures and mineral fertilizers has maintained the fertility status of the market garden soils. Multiple regression analysis indicated that base saturation, available phosphorus and organic matter were the most significant determinants to variations in crop production.

fertilizers - waterleaf - nutrients - Nigeria

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