Age-dependent dendrobine biosynthesis in Dendrobium nobile: insights into endophytic fungal interactions.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Dendrobium nobile (D. nobile), a valued Chinese herb known for its diverse pharmacological effects, owes much of its potency to the bioactive compound dendrobine. However, dendrobine content varies significantly with plant age, and the mechanisms governing this variation remain unclear. This study delves into the potential role of endophytic fungi in shaping host-microbe interactions and influencing plant metabolism.

Methods

Using RNA-seq, we examined the transcriptomes of 1-year-old, 2-year-old, and 3-year-old D. nobile samples and through a comprehensive analysis of endophytic fungal communities and host gene expression in D. nobile stems of varying ages, we aim to identify associations between specific fungal taxa and host genes.

Resul

SUBMITTER: Zhao Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10749937 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature