This study aims to evaluate the effect of grafting and budding techniques on the growth and success of avocado (Persea americana) plant propagation. Grafting and budding techniques are vegetative methods commonly used in horticultural plant propagation to maintain the genetic quality of the parent plant. The study was conducted using avocado plants with grafting and budding techniques on the rootstock. The parameters observed included the level of success of unification (compatibility rate), shoot growth rate, survival percentage, and growth in stem diameter and plant height during a certain period. The results showed that the grafting technique provided a higher success rate than the budding technique on certain varieties, with a survival percentage reaching 85%. However, the budding technique showed advantages in the parameter of shoot growth rate, especially on varieties with specific or better environmental adaptation. This study shows that choosing the right propagation technique, depending on the characteristics of the variety and environmental conditions, is a key factor in supporting the success of avocado plant propagation. These findings are expected to be a reference for farmers and researchers in optimizing the production of high-quality avocado seedlings.

Mango (Mangifera indica L.) is a fruit that is loved by people all over the world. This research aims to determine the morphological characteristics of mango fruit in Panyileukan District, West Java, Indonesia. This research was conducted in four villages, namely Mekar Mulya, Cipadung Kidul, Cipadung Wetan and Cipadung Kulon. This research aims to determine the morphological characters of mangoes in Panyileukan District. Field data collection was carried out by observing the mango varieties planted by the community in their home gardens. A total of eight varieties of mango were found at the research location: mango gedong, garifta, arumanis, cengkir, kaweni, grogot, simanalagi and apple. Each mango variety has different morphological characteristics. Botanical identification was carried out by comparing the morphological characteristics of mango trees using several publications, including journals, magazines and websites. There were 8 types of mango, namely; gedong, garifta, arumanis, cengkir, keweni, grogot, simanalagi and apple