Jute Botanical Classification and Species
topic
Jute belongs to the genus Corchorus (family Malvaceae, formerly Tiliaceae), with two primary commercial species: Corchorus olitorius (Tossa jute) grown mainly in India and Bangladesh accounting for 70-80% of production, and Corchorus capsularis (white jute) preferred for finer quality textiles. Other species include C. tridens, C. trilocularis, and C. aestuans with limited commercial cultivation.
Role
Species selection affects fibre quality, yield, disease resistance, and regional adaptability, with breeding programs focusing on hybrid vigor and genetic improvement for industrial requirements.
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