Skip to main content
Fig. 10 | Molecular Horticulture

Fig. 10

From: The terpene synthase (TPS) gene family in kiwifruit shows high functional redundancy and a subset of TPS likely fulfil overlapping functions in fruit flavour, floral bouquet and defence

Fig. 10

Overlapping functions of Actinidia terpene synthases. TPS genes were classified based on their expression profiles and likely functional roles in flowers, ripe fruit, leaves and young fruit. Role 1: TPS producing terpenes that form part of the floral bouquet that helps to attract pollinators (five genes). Role 2: TPS producing terpenes that contribute to fruit flavour and aroma to attract frugivores and facilitate seed dispersal (four genes). Role 3: TPS induced by MeJA or herbivory and generating terpenes involved in plant defence against pests and diseases (twelve genes). Intersections indicate the overlapping functions

Back to article page

Molecular Horticulture

ISSN: 2730-9401

Contact us