RNA-sequencing analysis reveals betalains metabolism in the leaf of Amaranthus tricolor L.
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0216001
Abstract: Amaranth plants contain large amounts of betalains, including betaxanthins and betacyanins. Amaranthin is a betacyanin, and its molecular structure and associated metabolic pathway differ from those of betanin in beet plants. The chlorophyll, carotenoid, betalain,… read more here.
Keywords: metabolism; metabolic pathways; leaf sectors; rna sequencing ... See more keywords
Evaluation of nutrient content in red kidney beans, amaranth leaves, sweet potato roots and carrots cultivated in Rwanda
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DOI: 10.18697/ajfand.99.21095
Abstract: No data exist on the nutrient composition of some important Rwandan staples. The aim of this study was to evaluate the nutrient content of red kidney beans, sweet potato roots, amaranth leaves and carrot roots.… read more here.
Keywords: kidney beans; red kidney; potato roots; amaranth leaves ... See more keywords