Differential gene expression and metabolic pathways in Toona sinensis: Influence on colour and aroma.

ABSTRACT: Toona sinensis, a plant species renowned for its culinary and medicinal properties, exhibits diverse colour variations that contribute to its aesthetic appeal and commercial value. Understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying colour and aroma traits in Toona sinensis is crucial for breeding programs and quality regulation in agriculture and the food industry. The present investigation included a comprehensive analysis of the transcriptomic and metabolomic profiles of Toona sinensis with different colours, including green, red, and red leaves with green stems. Metabolic analysis revealed that the flavonoid biosynthesis pathway governs the colour distinction between green and red Toona sinensis. The top 10 metabolites influenced by transcriptome include terpenoids (5), heterocyclic comp

SUBMITTER: Zeng R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11896931 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar-Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature