Propagation of the mango.
Beddoe T. W., Rampersad R.
Author Affiliation: Citrus Research Unit, St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago.
Journal of the Agricultural Society 75 : 317-331
Abstract : In Trinidad and Tobago the mango is commonly propagated by various approach graft methods which take about 14-16 months to produce a commercially acceptable tree. A new method termed the polybag method has been developed which will produce a commercially acceptable plant in 6-9 months. The endocarp of the stone is removed to hasten germination and the sprouting seedling, while still in the red or brown stage, is grafted by one of two methods, the crown or cleft graft, and the side, whip or wedge graft. The grafted plants are then placed either in polyethylene tubing or polyethylene bags. Successes ranging from 71.5-96% have been achieved.