Transcriptome sequencing and expression analysis of terpenoid biosynthesis genes in Litsea cubeba.

BACKGROUND:Aromatic essential oils extracted from fresh fruits of Litsea cubeba (Lour.) Pers., have diverse medical and economic values. The dominant components in these essential oils are monoterpenes and sesquiterpenes. Understanding the molecular mechanisms of terpenoid biosynthesis is essential...

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Main Authors: Xiao-Jiao Han, Yang-Dong Wang, Yi-Cun Chen, Li-Yuan Lin, Qing-Ke Wu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2013-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC3793921?pdf=render