Solanum commersonii

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Definition

Noun 1. A wild potato species native to South America: Solanum commersonii is the scientific name for a specific species of wild potato vine. It is known for its genetic resistance to certain diseases and environmental stresses, making it important for potato breeding programs.

Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • Scientists are studying Solanum commersonii to find genes for late blight resistance.
    • This gene, isolated from Solanum commersonii, was introduced into the cultivated potato.
    • The collection of wild species, including Solanum commersonii, is vital for crop biodiversity.
Advanced Usage
  • In botanical/agricultural context: The name is used formally in scientific literature, breeding reports, and discussions on plant genetics and conservation.
    • The cross between the commercial cultivar and Solanum commersonii produced a hybrid with improved tolerance.
Variants and Related Words
  • Wild potato: A common name for and similar uncultivated species in the genus.
  • S. commersonii: A standard botanical abbreviation for the full species name.
  • Solanum tuberosum: The scientific name for the common cultivated potato, a related species.
Synonyms
  • Commerson's wild potato: A less common vernacular name derived from the species epithet.
Notes on Meaning
  • This term is highly specific to botany and agriculture. It refers exclusively to a single biological species, not to potatoes in general. Its primary use is in academic, research, and breeding contexts.
Noun
  1. South American potato vine

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