Pummelo Interstocks Could Improve Performance of HLB Trees

Abstract

All commercially cultivated citrus scion varieties are grafted onto rootstocks before being planted in the field. The rootstocks are selected based on specific desirable qualities (abiotic/biotic stress resistance) and the ability to produce a good crop in a specific location. The ideal rootstock confers disease resistance, hardiness, tolerance of environmental stresses, enhanced nutritional uptake, soil adaptation and improved yield.