Xueyun Xuan , Shiying Su , Jiaqi Tan, Hui Guo, Yang Jiao, Zhijun Zhang
{"title":"Genome-wide identification, characterization, and expression pattern analysis of the JAZ gene family in Moso bamboo during rapid shoot development","authors":"Xueyun Xuan , Shiying Su , Jiaqi Tan, Hui Guo, Yang Jiao, Zhijun Zhang","doi":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2024.100083","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bamboo.2024.100083","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Moso bamboo (<em>Phyllostachys heterocycla</em> (Carriere) Matsum.), a member of the bamboo subfamily within the Gramineae family, is a globally significant economic forest resource, notable for its swift growth. JAZ proteins, crucial in the jasmonic acid signaling pathway, play essential roles in plant growth, development, and responses to various biotic and abiotic stresses. This study identifies 22 <em>JAZ</em> genes in moso bamboo using bioinformatics. We conducted a comprehensive analysis of their physicochemical properties, gene structure, chromosomal localization, conserved structural domains and motifs, cis-acting regulatory elements, and evolutionary relationships. Furthermore, by mining transcriptome data, we delineated the expression patterns of the JAZ gene family during the rapid shoot development phase in moso bamboo. This analysis suggests a significant role for the <em>JAZ</em> genes in the growth and development of moso bamboo. Additionally, we predicted transcription factors that regulate <em>JAZ</em> and analyzed protein interactions to construct an initial <em>JAZ</em>-related regulatory network. This study provides a crucial foundation for understanding the functions of the JAZ gene family and elucidating the molecular mechanisms underpinning the rapid shoot development in moso bamboo.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":100040,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Bamboo Science","volume":"7 ","pages":"Article 100083"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2773139124000284/pdfft?md5=cfbe604a128690194163d53dfea76197&pid=1-s2.0-S2773139124000284-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140917771","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Comparison and assessment of nutritional composition in shoots of six bamboo species in Southeast China","authors":"Haibao Ji , Wanyu Ni , Ji Feng Shao","doi":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2024.100087","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2024.100087","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The introduction of bamboo species is one of the strategies used to enrich edible fresh bamboo shoots resources across diverse regions. However, there is a lack of investigation on the adaptability of bamboo species and the nutritional profiles of their shoots post-introduction. In this study, the nutritional components of bamboo shoots from six bamboo species that have been successfully introduced were compared and evaluated. These six bamboo species possess shoots rich in soluble sugar, soluble protein, and crude fibre. Furthermore, the shoots exhibit significant concentrations of potassium and iron, along with an abundance of amino acids. Notably, the amino acid content is highest in the apical region of the bamboo shoot, followed by the middle section, with the base having the lowest levels. When evaluated through several assessment systems, the shoots exhibited varying scores and rankings. A comprehensive evaluation approach was then utilized to assign final scores and rankings to all six species. Recommendations are provided for the selection of high-quality nutrient-dense bamboo shoots grown in the same field following successful introduction.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":100040,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Bamboo Science","volume":"7 ","pages":"Article 100087"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2773139124000326/pdfft?md5=17edc621840ae29091b0177f61e3f20e&pid=1-s2.0-S2773139124000326-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141034814","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Eduardo Ruiz-Sanchez , María Del Carmen Anaya-Corona , Ximena Londoño
{"title":"Guadua guzmanii (Poaceae: Bambusoideae: Bambuseae: Guaduinae): A new woody bamboo species endemic to Jalisco, Mexico","authors":"Eduardo Ruiz-Sanchez , María Del Carmen Anaya-Corona , Ximena Londoño","doi":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2024.100084","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bamboo.2024.100084","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p><em>Guadua</em> comprises 35 described species, seven of which are distributed in Mexico. Since 1976, a specimen corresponding to the genus <em>Guadua</em> was collected, which could not be correctly assigned to any described taxon. In the present study, a new species of <em>Guadua</em> endemic to the state of Jalisco is described based on vegetative characters. Herbarium specimens were reviewed, field collections made, and specialist literature consulted. A comparison with similar specimens was conducted. The degree of threat was determined following the criteria of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). <em>Guadua guzmanii</em>, endemic to the El Tamarindo peninsula, municipality of La Huerta, Jalisco, is described. We include a morphological key for the species of the genus <em>Guadua</em> in Mexico, an illustration, photographs, and a distribution map. According to the IUCN criteria, the species is classified as Critically Endangered due to its restricted geographical distribution. With the description of <em>Guadua guzmanii</em>, the number of native <em>Guadua</em> species in Mexico increases to eight. Additionally, the number of woody bamboos in Mexico increases to 60, with 43 species endemic to Mexico and four endemic to Jalisco, included: <em>Chusquea contrerasii, Chusquea guzmanii, Rhipidocladum singuliflorum, and Guadua guzmanii</em>.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":100040,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Bamboo Science","volume":"7 ","pages":"Article 100084"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2773139124000296/pdfft?md5=1432f6acb0a6bb24cbff827b6cf42223&pid=1-s2.0-S2773139124000296-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140917770","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Dimensional stability and mechanical strength of thermally modified giant bamboo [Dendrocalamus asper (Schult.) Backer] using steam and oil","authors":"Juanito P. Jimenez Jr., James Edelbert C. Ramos","doi":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2024.100081","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bamboo.2024.100081","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Various thermal modification (TM) treatments using different media have been commercialized, including the commonly practiced TM via steam and hot oil using vegetable or mineral oils. To expand the range of oil treatment mediums, this study explored the use of spent cooking oil (used oil from food frying in restaurants), which was centrally collected by a certified hauler and treater of this waste liquid. The effects on the dimensional stability and mechanical strength of giant bamboo [<em>Dendrocalamus asper</em> (Schult.) Backer] poles subjected to 175°C and 200°C for 30 min and 60 min in steam and oil, respectively were determined. The data were analyzed using a factorial experiment in a completely randomized design with TM treatments, temperature, duration, and presence of nodes as factors.</p><p>Results revealed significantly improved dimensional stability in modified bamboo as indicated by reduced moisture content, dimensional shrinkage/swelling, and water loss/absorption at higher temperatures. While treatment duration moderately affected dimensional stability, oil-treated samples exhibited greater enhancement.</p><p>In terms of mechanical strength, bamboo treated at 175°C exhibited enhanced flexural (modulus of rupture or MOR, and modulus of elasticity or MOE) and compressive strength (CS). However, treatments at 200°C led to marked reductions in these properties. Node presence generally weakened bamboo, except for CS. Oil-treated samples demonstrated superior mechanical strength, although there was a slight reduction in MOR with extended exposure.</p><p>In conclusion, steam and oil-based TM improve the dimensional stability and mechanical strength of giant bamboo at 175°C. For optimal properties, a 30-min treatment is recommended. This research underscores the viability of spent cooking oil in enhancing bamboo's physico-mechanical attributes, contributing to sustainable applications.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":100040,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Bamboo Science","volume":"7 ","pages":"Article 100081"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2773139124000260/pdfft?md5=89bd3a7046616f37cf3f0ad2d559a56f&pid=1-s2.0-S2773139124000260-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140650435","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Bamboo structures: Innovative methods and applications for structural health monitoring and dissemination","authors":"Vincenzo Barrile, Emanuela Genovese","doi":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2024.100079","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bamboo.2024.100079","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Bamboo is gaining more and more attention in the field of building materials thanks to its unique characteristics, such as resistance, lightness, sustainability, and flexibility. However, the widespread adoption of bamboo as a building material presents some challenges, especially in relation to the durability of the material. In fact, being a natural material, it requires protection from atmospheric agents, such as rain and sun, as well as from attacks by insects and animals. Ensuring the longevity of bamboo involves implementing tailored treatments, precise precautions, and regular structural inspections to detect any potential degradation over time. In this context, the article focused on the monitoring of a structure made of bamboo and on the testing of an innovative system to identify the structural critical issues present, in the context of a FISR project which envisaged a cultural exchange between China and Italy. Starting from the survey of the structure carried out with a drone, a 3D model was then built using a commercial software. For the monitoring phase of the structure, an innovative system was used that exploits the YOLO v5s6 algorithm to identify structural critical issues, supported by a Virtual/Augmented/Mixed reality app developed by the authors. This app is useful not only during the monitoring phase, but also in the subsequent phase of disseminating information relating to the potential of the use of bamboo in the field of structural engineering. The tested and proposed methodologies have proven to be particularly useful and high-performance, especially regarding the monitoring of bamboo structures, in relation to the resolution of problems linked to their possible fragility and limitations in certain application areas. The contribution provided in this paper by Geomatics methodologies is evident to better highlight the potential of this eco-friendly material for its desirable ever-increasing use in the construction sector by becoming aware of its potential.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":100040,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Bamboo Science","volume":"7 ","pages":"Article 100079"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2773139124000247/pdfft?md5=e70f4ff1e047e2f0a569346b63651362&pid=1-s2.0-S2773139124000247-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140638863","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Application of silvicultural treatments to improve local Gigantochloa apus (Schult. & Schult.f.) Kurz ex Munro stands for supporting handicraft industries in Gunungkidul region, Indonesia","authors":"Levina Augusta Geraldine Pieter , Aris Sudomo , Suhartono , Ary Widiyanto , Marcellinus Mandira Budi Utomo","doi":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2024.100076","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bamboo.2024.100076","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>There is a growing demand within the Gunungkidul region of Indonesia for bamboo, particularly <em>Gigantochloa apus</em> (Schult.f.) Kurz ex Munro, which is used in handicrafts. This study examined ways to enhance the productivity of bamboo to meet the specific requirements of the craft industry in the region. It assessed the impact of three levels of thinning intensity and three types of fertilizer application on the productivity and quality of <em>G. apus</em>. The type of fertilizer application significantly influenced the diameter of the sixth internode and the overall height of the bamboo while having an insignificant effect on the number of bamboo shoots, internode diameter at one meter or internode length. Thinning intensity significantly affected several aspects, including the number of shoots, the diameter of the sixth internode and the overall height of the bamboo. Clump thinning intensity increased the diameter of the remaining bamboo clump but reduced the number of shoots, as well as internode length and overall height. The interaction between thinning intensity and fertilizer application significantly impacted the diameter of bamboo, the diameter of the sixth internode, and the overall height of bamboo, without significant effects on the number of shoots or the internode length.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":100040,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Bamboo Science","volume":"7 ","pages":"Article 100076"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2773139124000211/pdfft?md5=41936fed1144c2c8a956d2a16345c249&pid=1-s2.0-S2773139124000211-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140605549","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Response surface optimization for deep eutectic solvents extraction of bamboo shoots proteins","authors":"Siyi Wang, Qifan Liu, Chang Xu, Yuan Gao, Xuejun Yu","doi":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2024.100080","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bamboo.2024.100080","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>To enhance the protein extraction rate of bamboo shoots, the Response Surface Methodology was utilized to optimize the protein extraction process of <em>Chimonobambusa purpurea</em> Hsueh f. & T.P.Yi (syn. <em>Chimonobambusa neopurpurea</em> T.P.Yi) bamboo shoots. Choline chloride and proline were utilized as hydrogen bond acceptors in a total of eight deep eutectic solvents, whereas glucose, sucrose, glycerol, ethylene glycol, acetylpropionic acid, malic acid, and lactic acid were used as hydrogen bond donors. This work examined the protein extraction from bamboo shoots using deep eutectic solvents. Single-factor experiments were conducted to determine the optimal composition of the deep eutectic solvents, along with the ideal gradients of material-liquid ratio gradients, water content, extraction time, and water bath temperature. The impact and interplay of various variables on the protein extraction rate of bamboo shoots were examined using the Box-Behnken Design and Response Surface Methodology. Both the water bath temperature and the extraction time significantly influenced the protein extraction rate of bamboo shoots. Notably, the interaction between extraction time and water bath temperature had the most substantial effect on the protein extraction rate of bamboo shoots. The quadratic response surface regression equation for the protein extraction rate of bamboo shoots relative to the actual values of each factor was obtained as follows: Protein extraction rate = −193.3275 + 3.8395 A - 18.7075 B + 6.3285 C + 0.2125 AB - 0.0089 AC + 0.024 BC - 0.02885 A<sup>2</sup> + 0.685 B<sup>2</sup> - 0.06455 C<sup>2</sup>. Finally, this work predicted optimum extraction parameters for bamboo shoots with choline chloride-sucrose (molar ratio 1:2), a material-liquid ratio of 1:50, a water content of 74 %, an extraction time of 4 h, and a water bath temperature of 44 ℃. Under the optimal conditions, the protein extraction yield was 59.39±0.45 %, which aligned with the predicted value from the response surface fitting equation. This indicated that the optimised regression equation may have practical significance. Compared with conventional extraction using a sodium hydroxide (NaOH) solution, deep eutectic solvents extraction of bamboo shoots is more environmentally friendly, non-toxic and harmless. It provides a theoretical and experimental reference for industrial extraction and offers a reference for deep eutectic solvent development in bamboo shoot resource utilization.</p><p>Key message:</p><p>To enhance the protein extraction rate of bamboo shoots, the Response Surface Methodology was utilized to optimize the protein extraction process of bamboo shoots.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":100040,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Bamboo Science","volume":"7 ","pages":"Article 100080"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2773139124000259/pdfft?md5=c39ccc5ed0081909a7593df0bfd3f661&pid=1-s2.0-S2773139124000259-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140548609","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Tradition meets technology: An overview of fermented bamboo shoots","authors":"Arvind Kumar Goyal , Talambedu Usha , Mrinal Kalita , Kadabagere Narayanaswamy Hemavathi , Prakash Hemalatha , Sunita Mushahary , Pranjoy Brahma , Sushil Kumar Middha , Swarna Kamal Dey , Jangila Basumatary , Ankit Shah","doi":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2024.100078","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bamboo.2024.100078","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>This review article explores the multifaceted significance of fermented bamboo shoots, a culinary tradition deeply rooted in the practices of local tribes in Northeastern India. The therapeutic properties of fermented bamboo shoots span anti-aging, anticancer, antioxidant, cardioprotective, and weight loss benefits, positioning them as valuable functional foods enriched with probiotics. Northeast India, encompassing the states of Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Sikkim, Manipur, and Tripura, serves as a hub for the cultivation and consumption of fermented bamboo shoot-based products. The unique microbial ecosystem associated with bamboo shoots contributes to the synthesis of diverse health-promoting compounds, with rich concentrations of glycosides and flavones. Microorganisms, including <em>Lactobacillus</em> species, <em>Bacillus</em> species, <em>Candida</em> species, and <em>Saccharomyces cerevisiae</em> play a pivotal role in the fermentation process, contributing to the distinct characteristics of these products. The active involvement of tribal communities, constituting 75<!--> <!-->% of the regional population, underscores the cultural and traditional significance of this culinary practice. The review also delineates an array of fermented bamboo shoot-based products offerings, such as <em>ekung</em>, <em>heccha</em>, <em>eup</em>, <em>mesu</em>, <em>lung-siej</em>, <em>soibum</em>, <em>soidon</em>, <em>soijim</em>, and <em>hirring</em>, reflecting the rich culinary diversity arising from this traditional practice. Beyond their cultural importance, these products hold substantial industrial and economic value, and are integral to the livelihoods of local communities in Northeastern India. In summary, fermented bamboo shoots have emerged as a complex resource intertwining cultural heritage, health benefits, and economic dimensions within the unique context of Northeastern Indian communities.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":100040,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Bamboo Science","volume":"7 ","pages":"Article 100078"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2773139124000235/pdfft?md5=5ec5ee78a57641532c358ad8919dc4db&pid=1-s2.0-S2773139124000235-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140552226","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Global bamboo forest certification: The state of the art","authors":"Yanxia Li , Yanjie Hu , Kun Li","doi":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2024.100077","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bamboo.2024.100077","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Illegal logging is an important cause of deforestation and forest degradation. As a voluntary market-driven mechanism, sustainable forest management certification aims to reduce illegal logging in forests and promote sustainable management practices by creating a transparent, independent tracing and auditing mechanism. To date, around 11% of global forest areas have been certified under forest certification schemes. Biologically, bamboo belongs to the grass family and is classified as a non-timber forest product. Owing to its high fibre quality, many bamboo panel-based products, such as flooring, furniture, and kitchenware, are traded as alternatives to timber products in the global market. Forest certification is widely acknowledged as a means of ensuring the sustainability and legality of forest sources by European countries and the United States, which are the largest importers of bamboo products. Therefore, certified bamboo and its products are often required to meet the legal requirements and public procurement policies when entering these markets. Currently, 48 valid Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) bamboo forest management certificates and 3237 valid bamboo FSC Chain of Custody (CoC) certificates have been issued, while only 1 bamboo forest management and 3 bamboo CoC certificates have been documented in PEFC (Program for the Endorsement of Forest Certification) online database. Here, we describe the current development of global bamboo forest certification in terms of certification standards, practices, and markets; analyze challenges and future trends; and offer recommendations for creating interest in this issue and taking further action.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":100040,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Bamboo Science","volume":"7 ","pages":"Article 100077"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-04-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2773139124000223/pdfft?md5=be61ce57f13dc30c45fd48a08594d890&pid=1-s2.0-S2773139124000223-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140539218","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Changes in the activity of lignin biosynthesis-related enzymes and related gene expression in postharvest bamboo shoots","authors":"Chang Xu , Yuan Gao , Xuejun Yu","doi":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2024.100071","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.bamboo.2024.100071","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Moso bamboo shoots, recognized as a green health food, are distinguished by their high protein, low fat, low sugar, and high fiber content. Their substantial nutritional value and appealing taste have made the product very popular with consumers. However, post-harvest, <em>Phyllostachys edulis</em> shoots are susceptible to rapid lignification. This paper explores the lignification process in <em>Phyllostachys edulis</em> at room temperature post-harvest. We assessed the physiological indices of four synthetic enzymes and their relative expression levels in lignin biosynthesis. Additionally, we investigated the correlation between the relative expression of lignin biosynthesis, enzyme activity, and lignin synthesis. Understanding the physiology of lignin biosynthesis in moso bamboo shoots post-harvest is crucial for comprehending their growth characteristics, benefiting production management, timely harvesting, and controlling the aging process to enhance economic value. The findings demonstrate that lignification in moso bamboo shoots progresses from the bottom to the top. At room temperature, the activities of PAL, POD, and 4CL enzymes, together with their expression in different parts of the moso bamboo shoots, exhibited a significant correlation with changes in lignin content. These enzymes are likely involved in lignin biosynthesis. The activity of the CAD enzyme in the bamboo shoot peaked at 2 hours, with CAD-related genes expressing the highest in the upper part at 10 hours, in the middle part at 2 hours, and in the lower part at 18 hours.</p></div><div><h3>Key message</h3><p>The synthesis of lignin in moso bamboo shoots may be associated with PAL, POD, and 4CL.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":100040,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Bamboo Science","volume":"7 ","pages":"Article 100071"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-03-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2773139124000168/pdfft?md5=7a7dc32360947dd1e7fb649059bd2c2c&pid=1-s2.0-S2773139124000168-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140403835","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}