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Journal : Jurnal Biologi Tropis

Effectiveness of KCL and KNO3 Fertilization on Growth and Results of Two Melon Varieties (Cucumis melo L.) Rahmawati, Rina Fatimah; Istiqlal, Muhammad Ridha Alfarabi; Sugeru, Herik; Warip, Warip
Jurnal Biologi Tropis Vol. 25 No. 1 (2025): Januari - Maret
Publisher : Biology Education Study Program, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, University of Mataram, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/jbt.v25i1.8209

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The demand for fruits in Indonesia continues to increase along with the increase in public consumption. Melon is one of the fruits that requires intensive handling in its cultivation because it is vulnerable to environmental changes and diseases. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of adding KCL and KNO3 fertilizers on the growth and yield of two melon varieties. This study used a non-factor randomized complete block design (RCBD). There were four treatments consisting of a combination of fertilizers and melon varieties, namely P1 (KCL and new madesta varieties), P2 (KNO3 and new madesta varieties), P3 (KNO3 and glamour varieties), P4 (KCL, KNO3 and new madesta varieties), with 6 replications so that there were 24 experimental units. The results showed that P3 treatment gave the best results in stem diameter, number of leaves, early flowering age, fruit weight and fruit diameter. P2 treatment gave the highest average yield on the parameters of fruit flesh thickness and total soluble solids (PTT). P3 treatment has the potential for further research, P3 treatment can fulfill the expected criteria with the highest fruit weight of most treatments. The provision of alternative K sources did not give a real response to melon plants, thus it would be more efficient to use K sources that are more economical in the melon cultivation system carried out.
Optimization of Growth and Production of Two Kale Varieties Through the Addition of Led Light Asyar, Ahmad Wildan; Budiman, Budiman; Sugeru, Herik; Samudra, Bagas Elang
Jurnal Biologi Tropis Vol. 25 No. 1 (2025): Januari - Maret
Publisher : Biology Education Study Program, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, University of Mataram, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/jbt.v25i1.8527

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The high demand for water spinach demands increased production through more efficient cultivation techniques. One important factor that affects plant growth and production is lighting. This study aims to optimize the growth and production of two varieties of water spinach by adding LED lights with a certain light spectrum and duration. The study used a Nested Complete Randomized Block Design (RBD) consisting of two factors. The first factor is the light spectrum (L) with 3 levels, namely the red light spectrum of the 18/6 photoperiod (L1), the blue light spectrum of the 18/6 photoperiod (L2), and the red-blue light spectrum of the 18/6 photoperiod (L3). The second factor is the variety of water spinach (V) consisting of two levels, namely the curly water spinach variety (V1) and the lacinato water spinach variety (V2). Each treatment was repeated 4 times so that there were 24 experimental units. Data analysis used ANOVA with a 5% confidence level and further testing using the Duncan test. The results showed that the growth and production of the two varieties of water spinach were more optimal with the addition of the red-blue light spectrum.
Effects of Biological Fertilizer and NPK on Red Chili Growth in Automated Drip Irrigation Systems Ramdan, Adam Wafi; Aisyah, Aisyah; Sugeru, Herik; Asnur, Paranita; Fahnum, Budi Utami
Jurnal Biologi Tropis Vol. 25 No. 1 (2025): Januari - Maret
Publisher : Biology Education Study Program, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, University of Mataram, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/jbt.v25i1.8566

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Red chili (Capsicum annuum L.) is crucial for household consumption and the food industry, but its productivity declines due to soil fertility depletion caused by excessive chemical fertilizer use. This study aims to evaluate the effects of combining biological fertilizer and NPK on the growth and yield of red chili plants. A factorial completely randomized design (CRD) experiment with 12 treatment combinations was conducted at the UG Technopark Greenhouse, Cianjur, West Java, from May to August 2023. The first factor was the frequency of biological fertilizer application (none, biweekly, weekly, and twice a week), while the second factor was the NPK fertilizer dosage (none, 50%, and 100% of the recommended dose). The results showed that both fertilizers significantly influenced plant growth and yield, with the optimal treatment being the application of biological fertilizer twice a week combined with 100% of the recommended NPK dosage. A significant interaction between NPK dosage and biological fertilizer frequency was observed, affecting plant performance. These findings highlight the importance of integrating biological fertilizers with NPK to enhance red chili productivity while reducing reliance on chemical inputs, contributing to more sustainable agricultural practices.