Label-free quantitative proteomic analysis of Panax ginseng leaves upon exposure to heat stress.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Ginseng is one of the well-known medicinal plants, exhibiting diverse medicinal effects. Its roots possess anticancer and antiaging properties and are being used in the medical systems of East Asian countries. It is grown in low-light and low-temperature conditions, and its growth is strongly inhibited at temperatures above 25°C. However, the molecular responses of ginseng to heat stress are currently poorly understood, especially at the protein level.

Methods

We used a shotgun proteomics approach to investigate the effect of heat stress on ginseng leaves. We monitored their photosynthetic efficiency to confirm physiological responses to a high-temperature stress.

Results

The results showed a reduction in photosynthetic efficiency on heat treatment (35°C) s

SUBMITTER: Kim SW 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6323179 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature