Morphological characterization and variatio in the total content of reducing sugars in wild populations of Agave angustifolia Haw.

Autores: 
Esqueda M.
Gonzalez A.
Palomino G.
García-Mendoza A.
Terrazas T.
Revista y/o libro: 
Amarican Journal of Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Volumen: 
6(4), 462-468
Año: 
2011
Sinopsis: 
Abstract: Problem statement: Bacanora, a spirit, is destilled from wild populations of Agave angustifolia Haw. Loss of biodiversity must be taken into account when proposing sustainable management actions for this resource. In the study we identified the morphological variants of these species, as well as the weight and Total Content of reducing sugars (TRS) in the stem of the agave. Conclusion: Based on this analysis and previous studies of genetic variability and cytogenetic on the same individuals, morphologically and genetically related groups of agave were detected and also had heavier steam and a higher TRS content. These plants can be considered the basis for the selection of germoplasm.