ISSN:
1432-2048
Keywords:
Embryogenesis (somatic)
;
Papaver (tissue culture)
;
Starch formation
;
Triacylglycerol synthesis and degradation
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
Notes:
Abstract During somatic embryogenesis in Papaver orientale tissue cultures a permanent starch accumulation and a transient triacylglycerol accumulation were observed. The degradation of the lipids during plantlet development from embryoids was paralleled by an activity increase of the glyoxylate-cycle enzymes malate synthase (EC 4.1.3.2) and isocitrate lyase (EC 4.1.3.1). Fat accumulation and breakdown was interpreted as a reflection of seed formation and germination during normal development.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00402941
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