Tomato

Catalogue Type
Seed Catalogue
Scientific Name
Lycopersicon esculentum
Family
Solanaceace
Distinguishing Characters
Tomato seed develops in a mucilaginous gel which has germination inhibitors.
Seeds are normally tan or light brown in color with a pubescent covering (fuzz).

Photo of Seed
Description

There are basically three methods of seed extraction: (1) juice and seed extraction, (2) acid extraction which is not recommended, and (3) extraction by fermentation, which is the preferred method.

 Fermentation is the preferred method because it is a natural process that is least harmful to the seed and can destroy bacterial canker and other seed-borne diseases.