Horticulture Research,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Дек. 19, 2024
Lobularia
maritima
(sweet
alyssum)
is
a
popular
ornamental
plant
that
displays
range
of
flower
colors,
particularly
white
and
purple.
However,
the
genetic
underpinning
evolutionary
history
colors
have
remained
unknown.
To
address
this,
we
performed
de
novo
assembly
chromosome-level
genome
for
this
species
conducted
comparative
population
genomic
analyses
both
domestic
wild
representatives.
These
revealed
distinct
clusters
corresponding
to
groups,
with
further
subdivisions
based
on
geographic
phenotypic
differences.
Importantly,
all
cultivars
originated
from
single
domestication
event
within
Tunisia
group.
One
group
did
not
contribute
genetically
current
cultivars.
The
new
mutations
in
key
gene
anthocyanin
biosynthetic
pathway,
PAP1,
arose
following
led
origin
purple
coloration
Moreover,
contrasting
PAP1
haplotypes
varieties
lead
differential
expression
CHS
DFR,
which
turn
contributes
observed
color
findings
provide
insights
into
regulation
L.
maritima,
laying
groundwork
future
breeding
efforts
focused
plant,
especially
introducing
sources
other
groups.
Scientific Reports,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
15(1)
Опубликована: Март 28, 2025
Rosmarinus
officinalis
L.
has
been
widely
used
as
a
spice
to
enhance
the
shelf-life
of
food
for
centuries.
While
existing
research
in
literature
suggests
that
primary
antibacterial
component
this
plant
is
its
essential
oil
(EO),
there
lack
comparative
studies
employing
both
vitro
and
silico
approaches
evaluate
antimicrobial,
antioxidant,
anticancer,
antidiabetic
properties
R.
leaf
EO
(ROLEO)
methanolic
extract
(ROLME).
The
present
study
investigates
bioactive
components
biological
activities
ROLEO
ROLME
using
gas
chromatography-mass
spectrometry
analysis.
Additionally,
total
phenolic
content
(TPC)
flavonoid
(TFC)
were
quantified,
their
antidiabetic,
evaluated
studies.
GC-MS
analysis
revealed
20
compounds
ROLME,
compared
73
ROLEO.
TPC
was
higher,
measuring
49.34
±
2.84
mg
GAE
per
gram
dry
weight
extract,
which
had
38.13
3.31
extract.
TFC
measured
at
24
1.47
QE/g
weight,
higher
than
19
weight.
demonstrated
superior
antioxidant
activity
low
concentrations
greater
by
suppressing
actions
α-amylase
α-glucosidase
enzymes.
Moreover,
showed
promising
anticancer
effects
lower
doses,
capabilities,
particularly
against
Gram-positive
bacteria.
Molecular
docking
have
identified
key
exhibit
significant
bioactivity.
Among
these
compounds,
1H-Cycloprop[e]azulen-4-ol,
decahydro-1,1,4,7-tetramethyl-,
[1ar-(1α,4β,4aβ,7α,7aβ,7bα)]-demonstrated
highest
α-amylase,
while
thymol
exhibited
strongest
caspase-3
E.
coli
gyrase
B.
Overall,
molecular
pharmacokinetic
inhibitory
on
caspase-3,
B,
with
favorable
drug-like
properties.
These
findings
suggest
may
serve
basis
development
innovative
synthetic
medications,
offering
valuable
insights
pharmaceutical
industry
design
novel
treatments
various
diseases.
Plants,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
14(8), С. 1225 - 1225
Опубликована: Апрель 16, 2025
Mining
activities
and
associated
waste
materials
pose
significant
environmental
challenges,
including
soil,
water,
air
contamination,
along
with
health
risks
to
nearby
populations.
Despite
the
harsh
conditions
of
metal-enriched
soils
nutrient-poor
substrates,
certain
plants
known
as
metallophytes
thrive
in
these
environments.
This
study
examined
vascular
flora
Sardinia’s
abandoned
mining
sites,
a
focus
on
identifying
their
potential
role
phytoremediation.
A
comprehensive
floristic
checklist
was
compiled
using
literature,
field
surveys,
herbarium
samples.
Of
652
taxa
identified,
49%
were
metallophytes,
majority
categorized
facultative
species.
Notably,
27%
identified
suitable
for
phytostabilization,
while
20%
showed
phytoextraction.
also
highlighted
presence
endemic
endangered
species,
emphasizing
need
conservation
efforts.
The
findings
suggest
that
native
could
play
key
ecological
restoration
though
careful
consideration
invasive
species
is
necessary
avoid
disruption.
research
provides
valuable
insights
into
biodiversity
Sardinian
sites
sustainable
remediation
strategies
plants.
Foods,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
13(19), С. 3093 - 3093
Опубликована: Сен. 27, 2024
Essential
oils
(EOs)
from
various
medicinal
and
aromatic
plants
are
known
for
their
diverse
biological
activities,
including
antimicrobial
effects.
Citrus
aurantium
EO
is
traditionally
used
therapeutic
benefits
due
to
its
high
content
of
bioactive
compounds.
Therefore,
this
study
focuses
on
potential
use
as
a
food
preservative
by
investigating
the
combined
antibacterial
properties
EOs
leaves
(EO1),
flowers
(EO2),
small
branches
(EO3)
against
six
bacterial
strains
agar
disk
diffusion,
minimum
inhibitory
concentration
(MIC),
bactericidal
(MBC)
methods.
The
chemical
compositions
were
analysed
gas
chromatography–mass
spectrometry
(GC-MS)
revealed
presence
numerous
compounds
responsible
properties.
MIC
values
3.12
mg/mL,
4.23
1.89
EO1,
EO2
EO3,
respectively,
while
MBC
12.5
6.25
respectively.
A
simplex
centroid
design
was
created
analyse
effect
individual
E.
coli.
showed
enhanced
activity
compared
oils,
suggesting
synergistic
(e.g.,
trial
9
with
an
0.21
mg/mL),
allowing
lower
concentrations
reducing
negative
effects
flavour
aroma.
Additionally,
practical
application
investigated
(at
twice
MIC)
in
raw
chicken
meat
stored
at
4
°C
21
days.
EOs,
individually
combination,
effectively
extended
shelf
life
inhibiting
growth
(total
count
less
than
1
×
104
CFU/g
treated
samples
7
107
control
day
storage).
underlines
C.
natural
preservatives
that
represent
sustainable
effective
alternative
synthetic
chemicals
preservation.
