Exploring metabolite diversity in global rapeseed germplasm: insights into ecotypes, geographical influences, and correlations with diabetes.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Rapeseed oil is widely recognized for its health benefits; however, the relationships between its metabolites and factors such as ecotypes, geographical regions, plant traits, and diabetes risk remain poorly understood. This study delves into the metabolic diversity of rapeseed across various ecotypes and geographical origins, while also examining its potential associations with plant traits and diabetes incidence rates.

Results

Comprehensive metabolomic analysis of 125 rapeseed accessions reveals substantial variations in 2,603 out of 6,048 detected metabolites, encompassing 107 fatty acyls, 124 flavonoids, and 10 phenolic compounds. These metabolic variations likely stem from the complex interplay of genetic divergence, historical selection, environmental adapta

SUBMITTER: Wang P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12776989 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature