MANGIFERA INDICA (MANGO PEEL) PLANT NUTRIENT: ORGANIC FERTILIZER FOR GROWING CAPSICUM ANNUUM L. (CHILI PLANT)

Abstract

Mango peel fertilizer is an eco-friendly alternative that promotes healthy plant growth. Unlike chemical-based fertilizers, it offers a natural and safe way to nourish plants. Researchers will use descriptive statistics, such as growth rate, and inferential statistics, such as the T-test, to effectively analyze the data in this study. The results indicated that the NPK levels in mango peel fertilizer were as follows: Nitrogen (N) 0, Phosphorus (P) 50, and Potassium (K) 120. Additionally, the pH level of the fertilizer was measured at grams of soil 15 grams, ph level of soil 8.0 ang interpretation is alkaline. This study shows the difference between Mangifera indica as an organic and commercial fertilizer in terms of height and growth rate within 7 and 14 days. As a result, it has a higher percentage compared to commercial fertilizer. The p-value at 5% was 0.00035, showing that the null hypothesis of the study was rejected and that there is a significant difference between Mangifera indica and commercial fertilizer. This study recommends using nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium (NPK) to promote healthy growth in chili plants. Additionally, applying Mangifera indica can enhance the plant’s appearance.