ISSN:
1573-5044
Keywords:
2,5-dimethyl-4-hydroxy-2H-furan-3-one
;
flavour biosynthesis
;
strawberry
;
callus culture
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
Notes:
Abstract The biosynthesis of 2,5-dimethyl-4-hydroxy-2H-furan-3-one has been investigated in order to improve the flavour of cultivated strawberries. Callus cultures of strawberries have been established. The probable immediate precursor of 2,5-dimethyl-4-hydroxy-2H-furan-3-one (6-deoxy-D-fructose) has been fed to callus cultures and the levels of the product are compared in cultures fed with precursor and control tissues. The increased levels of 2,5-dimethyl-4-hydroxy-2H-furan-3-one-glucoside in the precursor fed cultures suggests that methylpentoses are key compounds for the biosynthesis of this specific furanone.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00043424