Development of Biotechnological Tools for the Genetic Improvement of Pepino (Solanum Muricatum) and Tree Tomato (S.betaceum)

Abstract

Pepino (Solanum muricatum) and tree tomato (S. betaceum) belong to the group of crops of the Solanaceae family. These two crops are native to South America and currently are grown in various countries with tropical, subtropical and Mediterranean climates. They have been underutilized for a long time and have become relevant only in recent years due to their high nutritional quality. Pepino exhibit significant