In conclusion, the results of in vitro multiplication,
encapsulation, conservation at low temperature for
different time periods, and establishment of plants to the
soil confirmed the practical applicability of tissue culture
as an alternative method for large scale propagation and
short-term storage (up to 4 weeks) of this plant. This
study established for the first time an efficient technique
for multiplication, conservation, and storage of Cape
gooseberry. Using the regeneration protocol presented
here, it is possible to regenerate over 7000 seedlings (~3
cm) within 5 months, starting from one single nodal
explant. Moreover, this protocol can provide plant
material, especially in the case of stock plant scarcity,
for future agricultural practices with a wide range of
solanaceous plant species. Future studies will also focus
on direct sowing of synthetic seeds to the soil without a
nursery medium for germination purposes.