Hierarchical Cluster Analysis in Exotic Introductions of Chilli (Capsicum annuum L)

Abstract

Among the five cultivated species ofCapsicum, Capsicum annuum L is most widely cultivated throughout the world for pungent (chillilhot pepper) and non pungent (sweet pepper) traits. In India, chilli is an important commercial crop grown for various market types. The knowledge on the nature and extent of genetic variability for desirable characters was pre requisite for their proper utilization in breeding programme. Hence this study of fifty-seven exotic genotypes of chilli was conducted during 2003-04. The observations on nine morphological characters were recorded and data were analysed.