Resumo
The present paper deals with the influence of four different leaf-cutting cycles combined with three levels of severity of cutting upon the life cycle of sisal plant (Agave sisalana Perrine). According to the results obtained, it may be concluded that less frequent cutting induces the plant to pole earlier, and greater severity of cutting prolongs its life eyele.
Efeito da frequência e severidade de corte das fôlhas sobre a duração de vida do sisal
J. C. Medina
Engenheiro agrônomo, Secção de Plantas Fibrosas Diversas, Instituto Agronômico de Campinas
SUMMARY
The present paper deals with the influence of four different leaf-cutting cycles combined with three levels of severity of cutting upon the life cycle of sisal plant (Agave sisalana Perrine).
According to the results obtained, it may be concluded that less frequent cutting induces the plant to pole earlier, and greater severity of cutting prolongs its life eyele.
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25 Maio 2010 -
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Mar 1951