For acclimatization the rooted plantlets (between 50 and 70 mm in height) were taken out from the media and washed with tap water to remove the gel adhered to the roots. These were then implanted in a plastic basket containing coconut husk. To maintain high humidity the plantlets were misted twice a day. After one month, plants were watered every alternate day and fertilized with 6.5N-4.5P-19K solution at 10-day intervals.