Article
Plant Sciences
Abinaya Manivannan, Prabhakaran Soundararajan, Yoo Gyeong Park, Byoung Ryong Jeong
Summary: The study investigates the effects of red and blue LED lights on growth, antioxidant properties, phytochemical contents, and protein expression in Scrophularia kakudensis during in vitro cultivation. Results show that LED treatments can enhance the growth, phytochemical contents, and antioxidant enzyme activities, while modulating protein expressions. The findings suggest that incorporating red or blue LED lights during in vitro propagation can be beneficial for improving the quality and medicinal values of S. kakudensis.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Chenbo Yang, Lifang Song, Kunxi Wei, Chunrui Gao, Danli Wang, Meichen Feng, Meijun Zhang, Chao Wang, Lujie Xiao, Wude Yang, Xiaoyan Song
Summary: This study constructed hyperspectral monitoring models of total flavonoids content and total phenols content in tartary buckwheat grains based on different preprocessing spectra. The results showed that the different preprocessing methods had different effects on the spectral reflectance, and fractional-order derivative (FOD) could reflect the change process from the original spectrum to the integer-order derivative spectrum. The monitoring models achieved the best accuracy under certain transformation spectra. The models can realize the rapid measurement of total flavonoids content and total phenols content in tartary buckwheat grains.
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Yaobin Pang, Shi Wu, Yingjie He, Qing Nian, Jing Lei, Yejing Yao, Jing Guo, Jinhao Zeng
Summary: Vitiligo is the most common depigmenting disorder characterized by white patches in the skin. Natural compounds such as flavonoids, phenols, glycosides and coumarins have been shown to have a protective role in melanocytes and thus can help arrest depigmentation. Several signaling pathways are implicated in these protective effects.
FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Biology
Modhi O. Alotaibi, Magda E. Abd-Elgawad
Summary: This study collected 29 medicinal plants from Saudi Arabia and found that soil texture affects the protein, phenol, and flavonoid contents, as well as their genetic similarity. The variations in active compounds due to different soil structures have implications for the utilization of medicinal plants.
SAUDI JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2023)
Review
Plant Sciences
Oana Livadariu, Carmen Maximilian, Behnaz Rahmanifar, Calina Petruta Cornea
Summary: LED lighting plays a crucial role in plant growth and development, enhancing the nutritional value of crops. It has been widely used in agriculture and horticulture, stimulating enzyme activation and regulating bioactive compound accumulation. LED lighting is a promising solution for increasing crop efficiency and nutritional value.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Abigail Garcia-Castro, Alma Delia Roman-Gutierrez, Araceli Castaneda-Ovando, Fabiola Araceli Guzman-Ortiz
Summary: In this study, the total content of phenols and flavonoids in ungerminated and germinated barley were measured. It was found that the 7-day germination time yielded the highest total phenol and flavonoid content in Esmeralda barley, while the highest content in Perla barley was observed at 5 and 7 days of germination. Different solvents were used for extraction, and the highest extraction percentage of total phenols was obtained with methanol and ethanol, while 50% acetone recovered the highest flavonoid concentrations in Esmeralda barley and 80% methanol in Perla barley.
CHEMISTRY & BIODIVERSITY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Erdogan Elvis Sachir, Cristina Gabriela Puscasu, Aureliana Caraiane, Gheorghe Raftu, Florin Ciprian Badea, Mihaela Mociu, Claudia Maria Albu, Liliana Sachelarie, Loredana Liliana Hurjui, Cristina Bartok-Nicolae
Summary: The present study developed an experimental endodontic irrigant solution based on plant extracts obtained from Epilobium parviflorum Schreb. that can better replenish the properties of the usual antiseptics used in dentistry. The study found that the plant extracts contain abundant polyphenols and flavonoids, and have antibacterial activity.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2022)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Areeba Insaf, Rabea Parveen, Gaurav Gautam, Monalisha Samal, Sultan Zahiruddin, Sayeed Ahmad
Summary: Tyrosinase is a crucial substance in pigmentation, and its inhibition can regulate melanin production. This review focuses on natural tyrosinase inhibitors from medicinal plants, such as phenols, flavonoids, and stilbenes, as well as traditional herbal formulations. These inhibitors offer potential solutions for managing hyperpigmentation and related disorders effectively. The review also provides valuable information for researchers and enterprises working on tyrosinase inhibitors and conditions associated with melanogenesis.
CURRENT PHARMACEUTICAL BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Maria Celeste Dias, Diana C. G. A. Pinto, Maria Costa, Marcia Araujo, Conceicao Santos, Artur M. S. Silva
Summary: Environmental stress caused by climate change can alter the metabolite profile of plants, particularly in medicinal species. In this study, we found that water deficit increased the lipophilic metabolite profile and antioxidant capacity of Melia azedarach, a medicinal plant. These responses help protect the plant against climate change-related stress and improve the nutritional and antioxidant quality of its leaves.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Gabriela Soledad Barragan-Zarate, Luicita Lagunez-Rivera, Rodolfo Solano, Diego Manuel Hernandez-Benavides, Candy Carranza-Alvarez, Gerard Vilarem
Summary: The medicinal orchid Prosthechea karwinskii from Oaxaca, Mexico, is used for treating various conditions. Different biocompounds were identified in extracts from different parts of the plant, and the antioxidant capacity varied among the parts, correlating with their traditional medicinal uses.
Article
Plant Sciences
Jianhua Chen, Lili Li, Peiwen Tian, Wei Xiang, Xuan Lu, Rongshao Huang, Liangbo Li
Summary: Endophytic fungi have the potential to enhance the growth and secondary metabolite production of medicinal plants like Bletilla striata. Co-culture of B. striata with certain endophytic fungi led to significant improvements in plant growth and phenolic compound accumulation. The fungi were able to produce plant growth-promoting substances and modulate plant defense responses to optimize active component accumulation.
SOUTH AFRICAN JOURNAL OF BOTANY
(2021)
Article
Agronomy
Shan Lu, Tianquan Zhu, Lilin Luo, Nana Ouyang, Jian Hua, Baohong Zou
Summary: This study reveals the independent regulation of disease resistance, heat tolerance, and plant growth by CNGC2 and CNGC4 proteins. It also demonstrates the involvement of the PAD4 protein in stomatal aperture regulation and heat tolerance.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Xiaowei Wang, Hongyan Hu, Zhijun Wu, Haili Fan, Guowei Wang, Tuanyao Chai, Hong Wang
Summary: The study analyzed gene expression in different tissues of P. cuspidatum and identified candidate synthetase genes and transcription factors related to stilbene, flavonoid, and anthraquinone biosynthetic pathways. Understanding these genes provides insights into the biosynthetic regulation of bioactive compounds in this medicinal plant.
Article
Horticulture
Antonios Chrysargyris, Stavros Louka, Spyridon A. A. Petropoulos, Nikolaos Tzortzakis
Summary: The potential of using Origanum dubium wastes (ODW) and Sideritis cypria waste (SCW) obtained after essential oil distillation for partial peat substitution in Portulaca oleracea production was evaluated. The results showed that both ODW and SCW increased pH, electrical conductivity, organic matter, and mineral content, but negatively affected the total porosity and aeration of the growing media. Plant growth was inhibited, especially at high residue ratios, indicating stress conditions. Despite being rich in minerals, plants could not accumulate them. Low ratios (up to 10%) of ODW and SCW have the potential to be used, with increased antioxidant content in the final product. However, improvements in growing media properties are still needed for sufficient yields.
Review
Biology
Carmen Rodriguez-Garcia, Francisco Gutierrez-Santiago
Summary: Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a common cancer with modifiable risk factors including diet, alcohol consumption, and smoking. Natural dietary components have shown chemopreventive activity in CRC through modulation of cellular processes. Post-translational modifications (PTMs) of proteins associated with CRC have gained interest as inappropriate modification is linked to carcinogenesis. This review collects and analyzes the main PTMs associated with CRC, explores the relationship between different proteins susceptible to inappropriate PTMs, and reviews the literature on the role of plant-based dietary compounds in modulating CRC-associated PTMs. The review suggests that plant-based dietary components can correct inappropriate PTMs and promote apoptosis in tumor cells.
Article
Plant Sciences
Bhuma Mani Sahithi, Kaukab Razi, Musa Al Murad, Avanthika Vinothkumar, Saravanan Jagadeesan, Lincy Kirubhadharsini Benjamin, Byoung Ryong Jeong, Sowbiya Muneer
Summary: Drought stress has detrimental effects on plant development and metabolic processes, including transpiration, photosynthesis, and respiration. The study identified differentially expressed proteins in chrysanthemum leaves under drought stress, involved in processes such as physiological transport, flower development, and gene regulation. The research sheds light on how chrysanthemum plants respond to drought stress through signaling pathways to maintain homeostasis.
PHYSIOLOGIA PLANTARUM
(2021)
Article
Horticulture
Xiuxia Ren, Ya Liu, Byoung Ryong Jeong
HORTICULTURE ENVIRONMENT AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Agronomy
Hao Wei, Chen Liu, Byoung Ryong Jeong
Article
Plant Sciences
Jiangtao Hu, Yali Li, Byoung Ryong Jeong
Article
Plant Sciences
Xuan Cai, Hao Wei, Chen Liu, Xiuxia Ren, Luc The Thi, Byoung Ryong Jeong
Article
Plant Sciences
Hao Wei, Chen Liu, Jiangtao Hu, Byoung Ryong Jeong
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yali Li, Jiangtao Hu, Hao Wei, Byoung Ryong Jeong
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2020)
Article
Plant Sciences
Young J. Kim, Hye M. Kim, Hyeon M. Kim, Hye R. Lee, Byoung R. Jeong, Hyeon-Jeong Lee, Hyun-Jin Kim, Seung J. Hwang
Summary: This study found that the growth of ice plant was better under treatments with higher ratio of red LED, while treatments with higher ratio of blue LED increased total phenolic concentration, total flavonoid concentration, and antioxidant activity of the ice plant.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED RESEARCH ON MEDICINAL AND AROMATIC PLANTS
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jie Xiao, Yoo Gyeong Park, Ge Guo, Byoung Ryong Jeong
Summary: The growth and development of S. commixta in vitro was affected by both the Fe source and pH, with plantlets showing greener leaves under pH 4.70 and 5.70. Despite higher Fe absorption at pH 4.70, Fe-EDTA combined with pH 5.70 was found to be the most beneficial for the overall growth and development of S. commixta.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Theint Thinzar Aung, Fengrui Shi, Yanning Zhai, Jingqi Xue, Shunli Wang, Xiuxia Ren, Xiuxin Zhang
Summary: Exposure to acidic and alkaline conditions leads to excessive accumulation of reactive oxygen species in tree peony, causing damage and inhibiting plant growth. Antioxidant enzyme activities are up-regulated, especially under alkaline conditions, indicating better adaptation to alkaline conditions. 144 differentially expressed genes associated with plant growth, photosynthesis, and stress were identified through comparisons. Genes related to stress were up-regulated, while others were down-regulated, inhibiting nutrient assimilation and chlorophyll synthesis and affecting stomata and chloroplast development. Photosynthesis-related genes showed suppressed expression and reduced light-harvesting capacity, leading to a decrease in net photosynthetic rate. Carbohydrate accumulation and plant biomass were also reduced.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yuqian Xue, Jingqi Xue, Xiuxia Ren, Changyue Li, Kairong Sun, Litao Cui, Yingmin Lyu, Xiuxin Zhang
Summary: The flowering time of tree peony can be shifted ahead in autumn through proper gibberellin treatment and nutrient supply. Gibberellin plays a triggering role in flowering induction, while nutrient supply ensures the continuous development of the flowers. The expression of floral induction pathway genes and sugar signaling are also involved in the process.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Huiting Ci, Changyue Li, Theint Thinzar Aung, Shunli Wang, Chen Yun, Fang Wang, Xiuxia Ren, Xiuxin Zhang
Summary: In this study, a highly efficient regeneration system using somatic embryogenesis (SE) was established for tree peony. Transcriptome analysis revealed the regulatory mechanisms underlying SE in tree peony, including hormone signal transduction, stress response, and epigenetic modifications. The identified molecular markers will benefit the propagation and genetic engineering of tree peony.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Litao Cui, Tai Chen, Xin Zhao, Shunli Wang, Xiuxia Ren, Jingqi Xue, Xiuxin Zhang
Summary: This study analyzed the genome size, ploidy, and karyotype of Itoh hybrids and compared them with their parental taxa. The results showed that the genome size of Itoh hybrids was not significantly different from that of their parents, but the size of varieties in the parental taxa was significantly different. Through genomic and fluorescence in situ hybridization, it was determined that two sets of chromosomes in Itoh hybrids were from the paternal parent and one set was from the maternal parent.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Review
Horticulture
Tatjana Markovic, Zeljana Prijic, Jingqi Xue, Xiuxin Zhang, Dragoja Radanovic, Xiuxia Ren, Vladimir Filipovic, Milan Lukic, Stefan Gordanic
Summary: Although peonies are highly valued for their ornamental, medicinal, and edible qualities, their populations are declining in natural habitats due to climate change and unsustainable collecting practices. In this paper, the authors focus on the cultivation of herbaceous peonies, particularly their seed propagation. Through a comprehensive review of existing studies, they summarize and analyze the effects of seed harvest time on dormancy and germination, with a strong emphasis on breaking dormancy procedures. Understanding dormancy release mechanisms will aid in the conservation and cultivation of herbaceous peonies.
Article
Agronomy
Jiangtao Hu, Yali Li, Ya Liu, Dong Il Kang, Hao Wei, Byoung Ryong Jeong