Plant physiological and genetical aspects of the somatic embryogenesis process in conifers

Abstract

The processes for producing conifer planting stock by somatic embryogenesis (SE) in conifers are described. Implementation of SE presents opportunities and limitations at various stages of the in vitro process. The topic of genetic stability, or somaclonal variation, is a particular concern and reviewed. Following the in vitro processes, several factors affect the successful acclimation, early growth and field performance of SE planting stock. Experiences with other conifer species in the context of commercial production are reviewed. While SE production has historically been a very labor-intensive process, recent advances have been made to automate the various steps. Developments to enable SE for Norway spruce in Sweden are described.

Keywords

Somatic embryogenesis; Norway spruce; conifers; SE technology

Published in

Scandinavian Journal of Forest Research
2019, Volume: 34, number: 5, pages: 360-369 Publisher: TAYLOR & FRANCIS AS

SLU Authors

• Egertsdotter, Ulrika

  • Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences
    

UKÄ Subject classification

Forest Science


Publication identifier

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/02827581.2018.1441433

Permanent link to this page (URI)

https://res.slu.se/id/publ/100514