Epistatic gene action using triple test cross procedure in Zeamaize L

Abstract

Used the triple test cross method. Genotypes: (pure lines, tester and hybrids) planted (in field Voronezh / Russian Federation) by using randomized complete block design with two replications for the deduction of epistates, to infer the superior gene action, estimated of components of variability and genetic parameters of Plant high\\cm Ear Length\\cm, Number row\\ear, 100-grain Weight\\g and Grain yield/g Zea mays L. The results showed that the mean of variance, both genotypes, hybrids, and parents were highly significant to all characters. Analysis of variance to infer the superior gene action, indicated that the mean variability of the pure lines was not significant, this confirms the lack of epistates of all traits. Additional genetic variability has shown an important role in the inheritance of most characters.