D. K. Bagchi

Allmania nodiflora R.Br. (Amaranthaceae), a promising source of leaf protein

Abstract Yields of the semi-aquatic weed Allmania nodiflora R.Br., ranging from about 22 to 24 tons ha −1 fresh weight have been obtained. A leaf protein yield of 200.4 kg ha −1 in 50 days has been recorded. In various fractions of leaf protein concentrates (L.P.C.), the in-vitro digestibility varied between 40.82 and 83.56%. The ash percentage in different fractions was rather high. On the whole, results compare quite well with other promising plants for leaf protein production.

Studies on the Potential of Winged Bean as a Multipurpose Legume Cover Crop in Tropical Regions

The potential of winged bean as a multipurpose legume cover crop was shown in field trials by its abundant vegetative growth throughout the growing period of two years. Protein contents of the dry matter of the whole plant, vegetable pods, seeds and tubers were in the range 22–34, 25–30, 32–38 and 16–19%, respectively. In a comparison of two cultivation methods, significantly higher yields were obtained from staked plants than from those grown without supports; protein contents, however, remained constant.