author(s)
Sunil D Gawali and Arvind S Dhabe

abstract
Indian Sarsaparilla species Hemidesmus indicus (L.) R. Br. ex-Schult is a medicinal plant with various pharmacological properties. Some natural plant growth regulators, such as Aloe vera (L.) Brum.f. leaf extract, Cocos nucifera L. fruit milk (coconut milk), and humic acid, play a vital role in enhancing plant growth and development. This study examines the impact of Aloe vera leaf pulp, Cocos nucifera L. fruit milk, humic acid, and a combination of humic acid with coconut milk on the growth performance of H. indicus. Aloe vera leaf pulp treatment showed the highest growth rate (99%), followed by coconut milk (90%). Humic acid and its combination with coconut milk exhibited comparatively lower effect. These findings highlight the potential of Aloe vera extract as an effective natural phytohormone for promoting shoot and root growth in Hemidesmus indicus, suggesting its potential application in commercial cultivation.