Kriangsuk BoontiangSutthira KhumkratokTawin ChanaboonKomgrit WongpakamBenjawan ChutichudetPrasit ChutichudetSakda Kaewsit2011-02-212011-02-212010-03-312010-03-31Journal of Science and Technology Mahasarakham University - วารสารวิทยาศาสตร์และเทคโนโลยี มหาวิทยาลัยมหาสารคาม; Volume 28 Number 3 July-September 2009; 366-377http://imsear.searo.who.int/handle/123456789/131191This work is devoted to the current status of the ornamental plants of Patumma and Krajeaw (Curcuma spp., Family Zingiberaceae) These native plants have an attractive inflorescence and a high potential for domestic utilization and export overseas. The overviews have covered research trends on genetic diversity for the conservation, propagation and the development of production, disease and pest management, harvest and post-harvest managements and breeding for more marketable value. Some details supporting future competitions are discussed.en-USDivision of Research Supporting and Extension, Mahasarakham University, Mahasarakham, ThailandReview Articles