Ethylene signaling modulates contents of catechin and ability of antioxidant in Camellia sinensis

Abstract Background Tea is one of the most popular beverages in the world. There are many secondary metabolites can be found in tea such as anthocyanins, proanthocyanidins, flavonols and catechins. These secondary metabolites in plants are proved to act protective components for human health effect....

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Main Authors: Shun-Wun Ke, Guan-Heng Chen, Chung-Tse Chen, Jason T. C. Tzen, Chin-Ying Yang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2018-04-01
Series:Botanical Studies
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40529-018-0226-x