Greening in Potato Tubers
Potato Greening or Greening in Potato (allu mein harapan or आलू में हरापन) is a general problem in potato when tubers in potato field get exposed to direct sunlight.
It is seen in ‘uncovered potato tubers with soil’ in the field.
Index
| S. No. | Heading(s) |
|---|---|
| 1. | Cause |
| 2. | Result |
| 3. | About Solanine |
| 4. | Effect: Solanine poisoning |
| 5. | Measures |
1. Cause
Exposure of tubers to direct sunlight.
2. Result
Production of solanine poison.
3. About Solanine
*It is a glycoalkaloid.
*Found in solanaceae family.
*Other plants with similar problems are tomato and brinjal.
4. Effect: Solanine poisoning
Eating affected tubers can cause gastrointestinal disorders.
Eating affected potatoes in sufficient amount can cause death.
5. Measures
- Cover the exposed tubers with soil.
- Keep green tubers in a room or under any shade.
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