Vol. 9, Special Issue 8, Part O (2025)

This study aimed to evaluate the associations between morphological and reproductive traits in Butea monosperma across three districts in Madhya Pradesh: Chhindwara, Mandla, and Balaghat. A total of 30 phenotypically superior trees (10 from each district) were assessed for five key traits: tree height, girth at breast height (GBH), crown spread, flowering intensity, and fruit yield. Correlation analysis revealed significant positive relationships between all the morphological and reproductive traits, indicating that trees with larger sizes (height and girth) also tended to have wider crowns, higher flowering intensity, and increased fruit yield. These correlations highlight the potential for using these traits as selection criteria for breeding and conservation efforts. This study provides valuable insights into the phenotypic characteristics of Butea monosperma, which can inform strategies for the conservation of superior trees for future breeding programs.