The ent-kaurenoids (eg, oridonin and enmein) from the Isodon genus (Lamiaceae) are one
class of diterpenoids with rich structural diversity and intriguing pharmaceutical activity. In …

Abstract Mentha longifolia (L.) Huds., a wild, diploid mint species, has been developed as a
model for mint genetic and genomic research to aid breeding efforts that target Verticillium …

In recent years, the study of aromatic plants has seen an increase, with great interest from
industrial, academic, and pharmaceutical industries. Among plants attracting increased …

Long-read single-molecule sequencing, Hi-C sequencing, and improved bioinformatic tools
are ushering in an era where complete genome assembly will become common for species …

Rice bean is a less-known underutilized legume crop with a high nutritional value among
members of the Vigna family. As an initiative to compose rice bean (Vigna umbellata) …

Fresh-cut taros are prone to browning even though they are stored at low temperatures,
which leads to the quality deterioration and markedly limits the shelf life. The browning …

Herbicide resistance due to the increasing reliance on herbicides is a near-term challenge
for the world's agriculture. This has led to a desire to develop new herbicides with a novel …

Sclareol, an antifungal specialized metabolite produced by clary sage, Salvia sclarea, is the
starting plant natural molecule used for the hemisynthesis of the perfume ingredient …

The genus Mentha is taxonomically and phylogenetically challenging due to complex
genomes, polyploidization and an extensive historical nomenclature, potentially hiding …

In the global market, spices possess a high-value but low-volume commodities of
commerce. The food industry depends largely on spices for taste, flavor, and therapeutic …