Question

What are the changes that take place in a plant species due to domestication?

Answer 1

1. They have to adapt to a greater diversity of environments and a wider geographical range.
2. They may have simultaneous uniform flowering and Suiting.
3. Lack of shattering or scattering of seeds.
4. They may have increased the size of fruits and seeds.
5. They have to change from a perennial to an annual habit.
6. Change in the breeding system.
7. They may change to increased yield.
8. Increased resistance to disease and pest.
9. Parthenocarpic seedless fruits may be developed.
10. Enhancing colour, appearance palatability and nutritional composition.