Lechugulla (Agave lecheguilla Torr., Yucca carnerosana Trel) and Other Leaf Fibres in Northeastern Mexico: Research Needs

Authors

  • Ratikanta Maiti Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon, Facultad de Ciencias Forestales, Carr. Nac. No. 85 Km. 45, Linares, Nuevo Leon (67 700), Mexico
  • Humberto Gonzalez Rodriguez Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon, Facultad de Ciencias Forestales, Carr. Nac. No. 85 Km. 45, Linares, Nuevo Leon (67 700), Mexico

Keywords:

Agave, anatomy, ecology, extraction, fibres, morphology, productivity, Yucca

Abstract

The present paper describes in brief the distribution, ecological conditions, morpho-anatomical  characteristics and productivity of few leaf fibres specially Agave lecheguilla, Yucca carnerosana and few aspects of other species grown naturally in Northeast Mexico. The review also suggests sustainable use, conservation and propagation of these species and research needs on these species.

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Published

28-02-2017

How to Cite

Maiti, R., & Rodriguez, H. G. (2017). Lechugulla (Agave lecheguilla Torr., Yucca carnerosana Trel) and Other Leaf Fibres in Northeastern Mexico: Research Needs. International Journal of Economic Plants, 4(Feb, 1), 045–049. Retrieved from https://ojs.pphouse.org/index.php/IJEP/article/view/4496

Issue

Vol. 4 No. Feb, 1 (2017)

Section

Articles