Effects of cuticular wax on the postharvest physiology in fragrant pear at different storages.
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DOI: 10.1002/jsfa.11796
Abstract: BACKGROUND Epidermal wax is an important factor affecting the storage quality of fruits and vegetables. Previous studies have shown that the epidermal wax of fruits undergoes significant changes during storage, but there are few studies… read more here.
Keywords: fragrant pear; postharvest physiology; cuticular wax; physiology ... See more keywords
BrWAX2 plays an essential role in cuticular wax biosynthesis in Chinese cabbage (Brassica rapa L. ssp. pekinensis)
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DOI: 10.1007/s00122-021-03993-x
Abstract: Key message Map-based cloning was used to identify the BrWAX2 gene, which was involved in the cuticular wax biosynthesis. The malfunction of BrWAX2 together with other reduced expression of genes in alkane-forming pathway caused the… read more here.
Keywords: brwax2; analysis; cuticular wax; wax biosynthesis ... See more keywords
Synergism in Host Selection Behavior of Three Generalist Insects Towards Leaf Cuticular Wax of Sesame Cultivars.
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DOI: 10.1007/s13744-021-00892-0
Abstract: Leaf cuticular wax plays important role in host selection, oviposition, and feeding of phytophagous insects. Thus, the role of cuticular wax of sesame (Sesamum indicum) cultivars (Savitri and Nirmala) in host selection of 3 generalist… read more here.
Keywords: insects; cuticular wax; host selection;
Overexpression of BnKCS1-1, BnKCS1-2, and BnCER1-2 promotes cuticular wax production and increases drought tolerance in Brassica napus
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DOI: 10.1016/j.cj.2019.04.006
Abstract: Abstract Higher amounts of cuticular wax in plants have been associated with improved plant stress tolerance and increased potential for industrial use. In this study, orthologs of KCS1 and CER1 in Arabidopsis, designated BnKCS1-1, BnKCS1-2,… read more here.
Keywords: cuticular wax; bnkcs1 bnkcs1; bnkcs1; overexpression ... See more keywords
The isolated or combined effects of dynamic controlled atmosphere (DCA) and 1-MCP on the chemical composition of cuticular wax and metabolism of 'Maxi Gala' apples after long-term storage.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2020.109900
Abstract: Apples have a continuous hydrophobic layer that covers the surface of the fruit, which is called the cuticle. The effects of 1-methylcyclopropene (1-MCP) on the cuticular wax layer of apples were reported after cold storage,… read more here.
Keywords: storage; controlled atmosphere; dynamic controlled; maxi gala ... See more keywords
Increasing cuticular wax concentrations in a drier climate promote litter flammability
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DOI: 10.1016/j.foreco.2020.118242
Abstract: Abstract Several plant chemical traits (cellulose, tannins and terpenes) have been related to plant flammability. Contrastingly, no study has focused on the relationship between plant flammability and physico-chemical leaf litter traits with a focus on… read more here.
Keywords: flammability; litter; wax concentrations; litter flammability ... See more keywords
Characterization of leaf cuticular wax classes and constituents in a spring Camelina sativa diversity panel
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DOI: 10.1016/j.indcrop.2017.11.054
Abstract: Abstract Among oilseed species, Camelina has received considerable attention as an oilseed crop that can be manipulated easily to meet important non-food bioenergy requirements, where it is relatively high in oil content and polyunsaturated fatty… read more here.
Keywords: cuticular wax; camelina; wax; diversity panel ... See more keywords
Ethylene effects on apple fruit cuticular wax composition and content during cold storage.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.postharvbio.2017.08.011
Abstract: Abstract To investigate ethylene effects on fruit cuticular wax during cold storage, apple fruit (Malus domestica Borkh. c.v. Starkrimson) were treated with 500 mg L−1 ethephon and 1 μL L−1 1-methylcyclopropene (1-MCP), and the composition and contents of the… read more here.
Keywords: cuticular wax; cold storage; fruit cuticular;
Characterization of Cuticular Wax in Tea Plant and Its Modification in Response to Low Temperature.
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DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.2c05470
Abstract: Cuticular wax ubiquitously covers the outer layer of plants and protects them against various abiotic and biotic stresses. Nevertheless, the characteristics of cuticular wax and its role in cold resistance in tea plants remain unclear.… read more here.
Keywords: wax tea; wax; cuticular wax; characterization cuticular ... See more keywords
Massive increases in C31 alkane on Zygophyllum xanthoxylum leaves contribute to its excellent abiotic stress tolerance.
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DOI: 10.1093/aob/mcad038
Abstract: BACKGROUND AND AIMS Desert plants possess excellent water conservation capacities to survive in extreme environments. Cuticular wax plays a pivotal role in reducing water loss through plant aerial surfaces. However, the role of cuticular wax… read more here.
Keywords: water; cuticular wax; c31 alkane; xanthoxylum ... See more keywords
Cucumber glossy fruit 1 (CsGLF1) encodes the zinc finger protein 6 that regulates fruit glossiness by enhancing cuticular wax biosynthesis
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DOI: 10.1093/hr/uhac237
Abstract: Abstract Cucumber glossiness is an important visual quality trait that affects consumer choice. Accumulating evidence suggests that glossy trait is associated with cuticular wax accumulation. However, the molecular genetic mechanism controlling cucumber glossiness remains largely… read more here.
Keywords: fruit glossiness; cuticular wax; csglf1; glossiness ... See more keywords