Corellation and path coefficient analysis of yeild and yeild attributing traits in f4 generation of sesame(Sesamum indicum L.)

Interrelationship between yield and yield attributing characters was studied in F4 families of sesame using correlation coefficient and path coefficient analysis. Days to 50% flowering, days to maturity, plant height, branches per plant, capsules per plant, capsule length and seeds per capsule had positive and highly significant association with seed yield per plant. The magnitude of correlation was highest in case of capsules per plant and seed yield per plant. Path coefficient analysis revealed maximum positive direct effect of capsules per plant on seed yield per plant followed by number of seeds per capsule and 1000 seed weight. Selection for capsules per plant shall improve seed yield in sesame.