Somatic embryogenesis in Agave: An overview

Abstract

This chapter describes the details of somatic embryogenesis of some species of the genus Agave. Various factors that influence the induction of the embryogenic process, such as explant type, growth regulator type, growth regulator concentration and genotype, are discussed. Furthermore, embryo development and conversion, as well as the first works using temporary immersion bioreactors, are also discussed.