Tuberous sclerosis (TS), or tuberous sclerosis ... Sclerosis means “hardening of tissue,” and tubers are root-shaped growths. TS can be inherited or caused by spontaneous gene mutation.
The roots are tuberous bulbs that multiply quickly if conditions are right. The clusters of trumpet-shaped flowers in white, cream and soft pink colors are held on tall slender spikes that add a ...
The researchers found that Chinese breeders have been especially successful at selecting varieties with optimal gene copies for desirable traits like larger tuberous root size and better growth in ...