Diversity analysis in novel Turkey berry accessions (Solanum torvum Swartz) using microsatellites markers

Abstract

Turkey berry (Solanum torvum) contains anti-inflammatory properties. Traditional medical benefits of fundamental oils have been explored. A thorough biochemical and elemental characterisation was carried out in light of these facts. SSR markers were used in the current study to identify variety-specific markers, analyze genetic diversity, and perform DNA fingerprinting. The St 002, St 010, St 011, St 014 and St 019 accessions exhibited superior performance with respect to important characteristics including higher antioxidant and tannin content. The accessions of turkey berries were then used to perform genetic fingerprinting using SSR markers. Fourteen SSRs were used for genotyping. With a PIC of 0.558, the marker EM145 expressed the highest, whereas EMB01L13 expressed the lowest (0.263). The average PIC estimate was found to be modest (0.362). The twenty accessions of Turkey berries were divided into four major clusters by the dendrogram analysis. Based on their biochemical and elemental characterisation, the majority of the turkey berry accessions that are now being studied have special beneficial chemicals that may be used in industry.The limited genetic bases of the germplasms are shown by the moderate levels of both PIC and H average estimates. To create better hybrids, a hybridization program can employ the types belonging to several clusters. The combinations of varietals St018 / St006, St018 / St002, St014 / St008, St019 / St003, and St0015 / St008 show promise as potential parents.