Tropical Plants publishes novel discoveries in all tropical plants, including, but not limited to, crops, wild relatives, and wild species. Crops originated from tropical regions but now spread to worldwide are also welcome. The article types include original research papers, short communications, letters to the editor, opinions, data articles, tools and methods articles, reviews, and perspectives that advance our understanding of growth and development of model and commercially significant tropical plants.

The focus of articles considered for publication includes, but is not limited to:

● Omic studies

● Biochemistry

● Ecology and evolution

● Genetics and breeding

● Biotic and/or abiotic stress / interactions

● Cultivation and agronomy

● Methodologies, datasets, and tools

● Economy, geography, and education research