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Study: Potato is an ancient hybrid of tomato-like plant

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Study: Potato is an ancient hybrid of tomato-like plant

A new genomic study reveals the potato's signature tuber originated from an ancient hybridization between tomato-like and potato-like species millions of years ago.

August 10, 2025