Goji Who? Morphological and DNA Based Authentication of a "Superfood".

ABSTRACT: "Goji" (Lycium barbarum and Lycium chinense) is a generic name for medical plants with a long historical background in the traditional Chinese medicine. With the emerging trend of "Superfoods" several years ago, Goji berries soon became an established product in European countries and not only are the most popular product of traditional Chinese medicine outside of China but to this day one of the symbols of the entire "Superfood" trend. However, since Goji is an umbrella term for different plant species that are closely related, mislabeling and adulterations (unconsciously or purposely) are possible. We carefully verified the identity of Goji reference plant material based on morphological traits, mainly floral structures of several inflorescences of each individual, in order

SUBMITTER: Wetters S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6305467 | biostudies-literature | 2018

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature