Physiological, anatomical and quality indexes of root tuber formation and development in chayote (Sechium edule).

ABSTRACT:

Background

Chayote is an underutilized species of Cucurbitaceae. It is rich in nutrients such as protein, minerals, phenols and its extracts have anti-cardiovascular and anti-cancer effects, making it a versatile plant for both medicinal and culinary purposes. Although research on its root tuber is limited, they are rich in starch and have a structure similar to that of potatoes, cassava, and sweet potatoes. Therefore, they can serve as potential substitutes for potatoes and offer promising prospects as agricultural and industrial resources. However, the physiological and cellular mechanisms of chayote root tuber formation and development are still unclear.

Results

In this study, we observed the growth habit of 'Tuershao' (high yield of root tuber). The results revealed that

SUBMITTER: Cheng S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10483781 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature