Sumarino
TerminatedSolanum torvum Sw. · Turkey berry
Graines Voltz (FR)
Variety traits
Solanum torvum Sw.
The concept of "maturity group" for Solanum torvum is not a standardized agronomic trait. The crop development cycle is assessed via the total period from planting to harvest, which varies significantly depending on growing conditions and the intended use of the plant.
In the reference 4 varieties crop Turkey berry, where this is mentioned in the description.
There is no generally accepted classification of Solanum torvum into early-maturing or late-maturing forms. Researchers operate using the total vegetation period from planting to harvest, which ranges from 60 to 180 days. This variability is explained by different cultivation methods, where the plant may be used as a vegetable crop or as a rootstock.
Instead of dividing by maturity groups, agrotechnical criteria focus on the stage of fruit maturity. Technical maturity in the green fruit phase is optimal for culinary use, whereas physiological maturity, which occurs when the fruits turn yellow, is determined exclusively for seed harvesting to ensure maximum germination.
General information about the subject — on the page Maturity group.
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