Transcriptome analysis and characterization of genes associated to leaf tannin content in foxtail millet [Setaria italica (L.) P. Beauv.].

ABSTRACT:

Background

Chinese chestnut is an economically important tree species whose yield and quality are seriously affected by red spider attack. Tannins is one of the most important class secondary metabolites in plants, and is closely associated with plant defense mechanisms against insect and herbivory. In our previous studies, it was revealed that several low-tannin foxtail millet varieties growing under the Chinese chestnut trees could attract red spiders to feed on their leaves and protect the chestnut trees from the infestation of red spiders, meanwhile, the growth and yield of foxtail millet plants themselves were not greatly affected.

Results

To identify genes related to leaf tannin content and selection of foxtail millet germplasm resources with low tannin content for int

SUBMITTER: Li S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9284691 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature