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A SNP of betaine aldehyde dehydrogenase (BADH) enhances an aroma (2-acetyl-1-pyrroline) in sponge gourd (Luffa cylindrica) and ridge gourd (Luffa acutangula).
Scientific reports - 8 Mar 2022
Saensuk Chatree, Ruangnam Saowalak, Pitaloka Mutiara K, Dumhai Reajina, Mahatheeranont Sugunya, de Hoop Simon Jan, Balatero Conrado, Riangwong Kanamon, Ruanjaichon Vinitchan, Toojinda Theerayut, Vanavichit Apichart, Wanchana Samart, Arikit Siwaret
Abstract excerpt
Luffa is a genus of tropical and subtropical vines belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family. Sponge gourd (Luffa cylindrica) and ridge gourd (Luffa acutangula) are two important species of the genus Luffa and are good sources of human nutrition and herbal medicines. As a vegetable, aromatic luffa is more preferred by consumers than nonaromatic luffa. While the aroma trait is present in the sponge gourd, the trait is...
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