Diallel analysis of papaya for resistance to phoma spot

Abstract

Genetic resistance represents a viable alternative to control phoma-spot in papaya crop. However, basic studies are necessary to base the choice of genitors and hybrid combinations disease resistant. In this research, a diallel cross was conducted involving eight genotypes of papaya, four of the Solo group and four of Formosa group and it was estimated general and specific abilities of combination for the phoma-spot resistance. The treatments were evaluated in a randomized block design with four replications. The severity of phoma-spot in leaves was quantified in two ocasions: March and May of 2010. The genotypes Maradol JS12-N, Sekati e São Mateus show better general combining ability. The hybrids Maradol x Golden, Maradol x Sunrise Solo 72/12, JS12-N x Golden, JS12-4 x Waimanalo, Sekati x Waimanalo, Waimanalo x Golden, Waimanalo x São Mateus, Golden x Sunrise Solo 72/12 and Golden x São Mateus showed promising results for selection, with negatives values of specific combining ability for severity of phoma spot.