In the present study, pot experiments were carried out to observe the effects of
simulated acid rain (pH 5.5, 5.0 and 4.5) exposures on papaya and castor plants. All
levels of pH affected adversely to all growth parameters (length, fresh and dry weight
of root and shoot) of both plants. The yellowing, injuries and necrotic symptoms were
observed on papaya. All plant growth parameters were significantly suppressed by all
the pH levels. The reductions in parameters were concentration dependent. Highest
reductions in all plant growth parameters were observed in 4.5 pH treatment. The
papaya was found more susceptible than castor.