Linum usitatissimum

Common Names: common flax

Ethnobotanical Studies

Studies

Combining non-destructive devices and multivariate analysis as a tool to quantify the fatty acid profiles of linseed genotypes.

Arslan A et al (2024).
Talanta.
PubMed:
39241643

Comparison of kink-band structures and specificities of cell wall polysaccharides in modern and ancient flax fibres.

Goudenhooft C et al (2024).
Carbohydr Polym.
PubMed:
39218549

Leveraging genetic resource diversity and identification of trait-enriched superior genotypes for accelerated improvement in linseed (Linum usitatissimum L.).

Kaur V et al (2024).
Sci Rep.
PubMed:
39217216

Oxidative stability and nutritional quality of stored Linum usitatissmium L. and Argania spinosa L., oil blends: Chemical compositions, properties and nutritional value.

Belhoussaine O et al (2024).
Food Chem X.
PubMed:
39184320

Flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum) mucilage: A versatile stimuli-responsive functional biomaterial for pharmaceuticals and healthcare.

Haseeb MT et al (2024).
Int J Biol Macromol.
PubMed:
39154696

Innovative insights into the roasting-driven transformation of volatile compounds and quality markers in flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum L.) oil.

Chen Z et al (2024).
J Food Sci.
PubMed:
39150698

Utilization of 16Sr RNA and secA genes for molecular discernment of 'Candidatus Phytoplasma australasiaticum' strain associated with linseed germplasm in India.

Yadav SK et al (2024).
3 Biotech.
PubMed:
39149558

Comparative Analysis of Grape Seed Oil, Linseed Oil, and a Blend: In Vivo Effects of Supplementation.

Fernandes CDP et al (2024).
Foods.
PubMed:
39063367

Linum usitatissimum Delivery over Chitosan Nanobiopolymer: Enhanced Effects on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Condition.

Summary

Chitosan nanoparticles loaded with flaxseed extract showed improved stability and bioavailability. In a study on female rats with PCOS, CHIT-FSE had the best results in controlling hormonal and biochemical markers. Supporting phytomolecules on chitosan can enhance their therapeutic effectiveness.

Bayrami A et al (2024).
IET Nanobiotechnol.
PubMed:
39050969

The effects of flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum) supplementation on anthropometric indices: An updated systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials.

Meta-Analysis
Musazadeh V et al (2024).
Complement Ther Med.
PubMed:
38992480

Optimizing the Extraction Efficiency of Flaxseed Gum Using a Response Surface Methodology Approach.

Ettouil A et al (2024).
J Anal Methods Chem.
PubMed:
38957570

Phytoremediation Potential of Flax Grown on Multimetal Contaminated Soils: A Field Experiment.

Kotoula D et al (2024).
Plants (Basel).
PubMed:
38891350

Gamma rays and sodium azide induced variations in bio-physiological and agronomical traits in linseed (Linum usitatissimum L.).

Jahan R et al (2024).
Heliyon.
PubMed:
38845881

Investigation of genetic diversity using molecular and biochemical markers associated with powdery mildew resistance in different flax (Linum usitatissimum L.) genotypes.

Ghonaim MM et al (2024).
BMC Plant Biol.
PubMed:
38760706

Dual transcriptomic & metabolomic analysis of elicited flax sheds light on the kinetics of immune defense activation against the biotrophic pathogen Oidium lini.

van Aubel G et al (2024).
Phytopathology.
PubMed:
38748518

Proteomic Profile of Flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum L.) Products as Influenced by Protein Concentration Method and Cultivar.

Jarošová M et al (2024).
Foods.
PubMed:
38731659

Quality improvement of oil extracted from flaxseeds (Linum usitatissimum L.) incorporated with olive leaves by cold press.

Teimouri Okhchlar R et al (2024).
Food Sci Nutr.
PubMed:
38726418

Deciphering the mechanistic role of Bacillus paramycoides (PM51) and Bacillus tequilensis (PM52) in bio-sorption and phyto-assimilation of Cadmium via Linum usitatissimum L. Seedlings.

Zainab N et al (2024).
Plant Physiol Biochem.
PubMed:
38723488

Determination of Bioactive Compound Kynurenic Acid in Linum usitatissimum L.

Wróbel-Kwiatkowska M et al (2024).
Molecules.
PubMed:
38675522

An R2R3-MYB Transcriptional Factor LuMYB314 Associated with the Loss of Petal Pigmentation in Flax (Linum usitatissimum L.).

Guo D, Jiang H and Xie L (2024).
Genes (Basel).
PubMed:
38674445

Expression of FAD and SAD Genes in Developing Seeds of Flax Varieties under Different Growth Conditions.

Pushkova EN et al (2024).
Plants (Basel).
PubMed:
38611485

Endophytic non-pathogenic Fusarium oxysporum reorganizes the cell wall in flax seedlings.

Wojtasik W et al (2024).
Front Plant Sci.
PubMed:
38590745

Local climate and vernalization sensitivity predict the latitudinal patterns of flowering onset in the crop wild relative Linum bienne Mill.

Landoni B et al (2024).
Ann Bot.
PubMed:
38482916

Analyzing the Diversity of MYB Family Response Strategies to Drought Stress in Different Flax Varieties Based on Transcriptome Data.

Zhang F et al (2024).
Plants (Basel).
PubMed:
38475556

Expression of auxin transporter genes in flax (Linum usitatissimum) fibers during gravity response.

Ibragimova NN and Mokshina NE (2024).
Vavilovskii Zhurnal Genet Selektsii.
PubMed:
38465245

Application of thiourea ameliorates drought induced oxidative injury in Linum usitatissimum L. by regulating antioxidant defense machinery and nutrients absorption.

Fiaz K et al (2024).
Heliyon.
PubMed:
38390139

Genomic prediction for agronomic traits in a diverse Flax (Linum usitatissimum L.) germplasm collection.

Hoque A, Anderson JV and Rahman M (2024).
Sci Rep.
PubMed:
38326469

Static micromechanical measurements of the flexural modulus and strength of micrometre-diameter single fibres using deflecting microcantilever techniques.

Reda A and Arscott S (2024).
Sci Rep.
PubMed:
38316899

MnO(2) porous carbon composite from cellulose enabling high gravimetric/volumetric performance for supercapacitor.

Tian W et al (2024).
Int J Biol Macromol.
PubMed:
38316321

Tracing the pathways and mechanisms involved in medicinal uses of flaxseed with computational methods and bioinformatics tools.

Joshi S and Srivastava R (2024).
Front Chem.
PubMed:
38283897

Differential metabolic networks in three energy substances of flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum L.) during germination.

Dong Y et al (2024).
Food Chem.
PubMed:
38280366

Changes in microRNAs expression of flax (Linum usitatissimum L.) planted in a cadmium-contaminated soil following the inoculation with root symbiotic fungi.

Jamili S, Zalaghi R and Mehdi Khanlou K (2024).
Int J Phytoremediation.
PubMed:
38279665

Alleviation of carbendazim toxicity effect by Moringa oleifera oil and Linum usitatissimum L. oil on testes of male rats: Physiological, histological and in silico study.

Summary

Carbendazim, a fungicide, was found to cause oxidative stress and histological disruptions in rats, with reproductive complications. Moringa oil and flaxseed oil showed potential in alleviating these effects.

Hashim M et al (2024).
Saudi J Biol Sci.
PubMed:
38268782

Fine-mapping of a major locus for Fusarium wilt resistance in flax (Linum usitatissimum L.).

Cloutier S et al (2024).
Theor Appl Genet.
PubMed:
38245903

Comparison of Yield Characteristics, Chemical Composition, Lignans Content and Antioxidant Potential of Experimentally Grown Six Linseed (Linum usitatissimum L.) Cultivars.

Summary

This study evaluated the chemical composition and antioxidant potential of different linseed cultivars. Growing conditions and cultivar choice significantly influenced the composition and content of bioactive compounds, such as lignans. Understanding these factors can help maximize the nutritional and medicinal properties of linseed.

Jarošová M et al (2024).
Plant Foods Hum Nutr.
PubMed:
38236453

Comparative Assessment of Lignan, Tocopherol, Tocotrienol and Carotenoids in 40 Selected Varieties of Flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum L.).

Wu Z et al (2023).
Foods.
PubMed:
38231648

Chemoprofiling and antimicrobial activity of medicinal herbs used in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease.

Summary

This study evaluated the antimicrobial activity of five herbs used to treat inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in Saudi Arabia. The herbs showed good activity against E. coli and S. aureus, suggesting their potential as natural remedies for IBD.

Alshahrani A, Ali A and Abdelwahab SF (2023).
Cell Mol Biol (Noisy-le-grand).
PubMed:
38158691

The Genetic Dissection of Nitrogen Use-Related Traits in Flax (Linum usitatissimum L.) at the Seedling Stage through the Integration of Multi-Locus GWAS, RNA-seq and Genomic Selection.

Soto-Cerda BJ et al (2023).
Int J Mol Sci.
PubMed:
38139451

Structure, the energy, sorption and biological properties of chiral salts of chitosan with l- and d-ascorbic acid.

Malinkina ON, Shmakov SL and Shipovskaya AB (2023).
Int J Biol Macromol.
PubMed:
38101672

Genome-Wide Analysis of Flax (Linum usitatissimum L.) Growth-Regulating Factor (GRF) Transcription Factors.

Lu J et al (2023).
Int J Mol Sci.
PubMed:
38069430

The Quantity and Quality of Flax and Hemp Fibers Obtained Using the Osmotic, Water-, and Dew-Retting Processes.

Różańska W, Romanowska B and Rojewski S (2023).
Materials (Basel).
PubMed:
38068179

The efficacy of Linum usitatissimum seeds to inhibit estrogen receptor as a natural therapy for PCOS: An in silico and in vitro analysis.

Summary

Researchers found that natural estrogen receptor inhibitors from Linum usitatissimum seeds may protect against polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). These inhibitors have shown anti-estrogenic activity, reducing estrogen levels to prevent cyst formation and offer PCOS protection.

Ahmad F et al (2023).
Cell Biochem Funct.
PubMed:
38063410

Cardioprotection of Water Spinach (Ipomoea aquatica), Wood Apple (Limonia acidissima) and Linseed (Linum usitatissimum L.) on Doxorubicin-Induced Cardiotoxicity and Oxidative Stress in Rat Model.

Mukta MM et al (2023).
Nutr Metab Insights.
PubMed:
38024869

Variety of Plant Oils: Species-Specific Lipid Biosynthesis.

Clews AC et al (2023).
Plant Cell Physiol.
PubMed:
37971406

Quantitative assessment of soil condition, basic environmental factors and productivity of Linum usitatissimum in the steppe zone of Kazakhstan using the remote sensing method.

Nugmanov A et al (2023).
Braz J Biol.
PubMed:
37971089

Pharmacological, nutraceutical, and nutritional properties of flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum): An insight into its functionality and disease mitigation.

Review
Noreen S et al (2023).
Food Sci Nutr.
PubMed:
37970400

From seeds to survival rates: investigating Linum usitatissimum's potential against ovarian cancer through network pharmacology.

Summary

Data mining, network pharmacology, and molecular docking analysis identified potential phytochemicals for ovarian cancer treatment. Apigenin, Vitamin E, Palmitic acid, Riboflavin, Isolariciresinol, and others were found to suppress tumor growth through biomarker influence. Pharmacokinetics and biosafety require further investigation.

Islam MM et al (2023).
Front Pharmacol.
PubMed:
37964873

Flaxseed Oil (Linum usitatissimum) Prevents Cognitive and Motor Damage in Rats with Hyperammonemia.

Summary

Flaxseed oil can prevent cognitive and motor impairment in rats with hyperammonemia, offering a potential treatment for hepatic encephalopathy and protecting the brain from damage.

Ocaña-Sánchez MF et al (2023).
Nutrients.
PubMed:
37960203

Selection of Flax Genotypes for Pan-Genomic Studies by Sequencing Tagmentation-Based Transcriptome Libraries.

Pushkova EN et al (2023).
Plants (Basel).
PubMed:
37960081

Genome-wide association studies using multi-models and multi-SNP datasets provide new insights into pasmo resistance in flax.

He L et al (2023).
Front Plant Sci.
PubMed:
37954993

Effects of different extraction methods on volatile profiles of flaxseed oils.

Sun X et al (2023).
J Food Sci.
PubMed:
37872781

Dietary Supplementation with Oregano and Linseed in Autochthonous "Facciuta Lucana" Goats: Effects on Meat Quality Traits in Suckling Kids.

Colonna MA et al (2023).
Animals (Basel).
PubMed:
37835657

Key FAD2, FAD3, and SAD Genes Involved in the Fatty Acid Synthesis in Flax Identified Based on Genomic and Transcriptomic Data.

Dvorianinova EM et al (2023).
Int J Mol Sci.
PubMed:
37834335

Potassium Nitrate and Ascorbic Acid Priming Improved Tissue Chemical Composition and Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Activities of Linseed (Linum usitatissimum L.) Sprouts.

Summary

Priming with potassium nitrate and ascorbic acid improves linseed sprout growth, increases bioactive compound levels, and enhances antioxidant and antimicrobial activities. This study suggests priming as a way to enhance the nutritional value and health benefits of linseed sprouts.

Zrig A et al (2023).
ACS Omega.
PubMed:
37810652

Gene Expression Analysis of Different Organs and Identification of AP2 Transcription Factors in Flax (Linum usitatissimum L.).

Summary

This study analyzed the gene expression profiles of different organs in flax to understand growth patterns. They found specific gene expressions in each organ and identified AP2 transcription factors as important regulators. This information can help in improving flax crops.

Qi F et al (2023).
Plants (Basel).
PubMed:
37765422

Linum usitatissimum AccD Enhances Seed Fatty Acid Accumulation and Tolerance to Environmental Stresses during Seed Germination in Arabidopsis thaliana.

Du R et al (2023).
Plants (Basel).
PubMed:
37687347

Management of a Patient With Premenstrual Syndrome Using Acupuncture, Supplements, and Meditation: A Case Report.

Martin BR and Woodruff J (2023).
J Chiropr Med.
PubMed:
37644997

Dietary Flaxseed and Flaxseed Oil Differentially Modulate Aspects of the Microbiota Gut-Brain Axis Following an Acute Lipopolysaccharide Challenge in Male C57Bl/6 Mice.

Summary

Flaxseed can potentially reduce inflammation caused by endotoxins through its effects on the gut microbiota, independent of its content of alpha-linolenic acid. This study suggests flaxseed as a dietary supplement for mental health and neurological disorders.

Livingston DBH et al (2023).
Nutrients.
PubMed:
37630732

Effect of the inclusion of extruded flaxseed in the diet of fattening pigs on lipid metabolism and tissue redox status.

Czech A, Klimiuk K and Sembratowicz I (2023).
Sci Rep.
PubMed:
37587204

Overview and Management of the Most Common Eukaryotic Diseases of Flax (Linum usitatissimum).

Review
Moyse J et al (2023).
Plants (Basel).
PubMed:
37570965

Evaluation of Differentially Expressed Genes in Leaves vs. Roots Subjected to Drought Stress in Flax (Linum usitatissimum L.).

Summary

This study investigated how flax plants respond to drought stress. It found that drought caused wilting, changes in physiological and biochemical characteristics, and variations in gene expression. Understanding these responses could help improve crop yield and quality in dry conditions.

Wang N et al (2023).
Int J Mol Sci.
PubMed:
37569394

Identification of new potential molecular actors related to fiber quality in flax through Omics.

Chabi M et al (2023).
Front Plant Sci.
PubMed:
37528984

Molecular Advances to Combat Different Biotic and Abiotic Stresses in Linseed (Linum usitatissimum L.): A Comprehensive Review.

Review
Paliwal S et al (2023).
Genes (Basel).
PubMed:
37510365

A comprehensive review of the health benefits of flaxseed oil in relation to its chemical composition and comparison with other omega-3-rich oils.

Review
Al-Madhagy S et al (2023).
Eur J Med Res.
PubMed:
37464425

Genome-Wide Identification and Expression Analysis of Auxin Response Factor Gene Family in Linum usitatissimum.

Qi Y et al (2023).
Int J Mol Sci.
PubMed:
37446183

Acknowledging the use of botanicals to treat diabetic foot ulcer during the 21(st) century: A systematic review.

Summary

DFU is a common and serious problem for diabetics. Treating it is difficult, particularly for people with weak immune systems.

Narzary I et al (2023).
World J Clin Cases.
PubMed:
37388781

Can flaxseed, chia or puncture vine affect mare ovarian cell functions and prevent the toxic effect of the environmental contaminant toluene?

Summary

This study shows that flaxseed, chia, and puncture vine can affect mare ovarian cell functions and their response to the contaminant toluene. Flaxseed and puncture vine can mitigate toluene's harmful effects.

Sirotkin AV et al (2023).
Theriogenology.
PubMed:
37354861

Effect of different oil extraction methods on bioactive compounds, antioxidant capacity and phytochemical profiles of raw and flaxseeds (Linum usitatissimum) roasted at different temperatures.

Ahmed IAM et al (2023).
J Sci Food Agric.
PubMed:
37337854

Genetic dissection of thousand-seed weight in linseed (Linum usitatissimum L.) using multi-locus genome-wide association study.

Saroha A et al (2023).
Front Plant Sci.
PubMed:
37332700

A split GAL4 RUBY assay for visual in planta detection of protein-protein interactions.

Chen J et al (2023).
Plant J.
PubMed:
37323061

Utilization of different by-products to produce nutritionally rich gelled products.

Pineda CG, Yamul DK and Navarro AS (2023).
J Food Sci Technol.
PubMed:
37273569

Selected plants producing mucilage: Overview, composition, and their potential as functional ingredients in the development of plant-based foods.

Review
Lira MM et al (2023).
Food Res Int.
PubMed:
37254398

Effect of Drought Stress on Quality of Flax Fibres.

Kwiatkowska E et al (2023).
Materials (Basel).
PubMed:
37241379

Dietary flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum) oil supplementation affects growth, oxidative stress, immune response, and diseases resistance in rainbow trout (Oncorhynchusmykiss).

Abdalla Salem MO et al (2023).
Fish Shellfish Immunol.
PubMed:
37150237

Hydroalcoholic extract of Glycyrrhiza glabra root combined with Linum usitatissimum oil as an alternative for hormone replacement therapy in ovariectomized rats.

Summary

Researchers investigated the effects of licorice root extract and oil on biochemical and hormonal factors in serum as well as uterine changes in rats. Findings could have implications for using phytoestrogens as alternatives to sex hormones.

Tanideh N et al (2023).
Heliyon.
PubMed:
37144184

Water Stress and Seed Color Interacting to Impact Seed and Oil Yield, Protein, Mucilage, and Secoisolariciresinol Diglucoside Content in Cultivated Flax (Linum usitatissimum L.).

Zare S et al (2023).
Plants (Basel).
PubMed:
37111857

Drought and Oxidative Stress in Flax (Linum usitatissimum L.) Entails Harnessing Non-Canonical Reference Gene for Precise Quantification of qRT-PCR Gene Expression.

Dash PK et al (2023).
Antioxidants (Basel).
PubMed:
37107326

Overexpression of Bacterial Beta-Ketothiolase Improves Flax (Linum usitatissimum L.) Retting and Changes the Fibre Properties.

Mierziak J et al (2023).
Metabolites.
PubMed:
36984877

Assembling Quality Genomes of Flax Fungal Pathogens from Oxford Nanopore Technologies Data.

Sigova EA et al (2023).
J Fungi (Basel).
PubMed:
36983469

The pattern of alternative splicing and DNA methylation alteration and their interaction in linseed (Linum usitatissimum L.) response to repeated drought stresses.

Wang L et al (2023).
Biol Res.
PubMed:
36922868

On the Path towards a "Greener" EU: A Mini Review on Flax (Linum usitatissimum L.) as a Case Study.

Review
Stavropoulos P et al (2023).
Plants (Basel).
PubMed:
36903961

Effects of a Novel Lin Seed Polysaccharide on Beef Sausage Properties.

Chouikhi A et al (2023).
Polymers (Basel).
PubMed:
36850297

Therapeutic Efficacy of a Formulation Prepared with Linum usitatissimum L., Plantago ovata Forssk., and Honey on Uncomplicated Pelvic Inflammatory Disease Analyzed with Machine Learning Techniques.

Qayyum S et al (2023).
Pharmaceutics.
PubMed:
36839965

Influence of Flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum) on Female Reproduction.

Sirotkin AV et al (2023).
Planta Med.
PubMed:
36808094

In utero and postnatal exposure to Foeniculum vulgare and Linum usitatissimum seed extracts: modifications of key enzymes involved in epigenetic regulation and estrogen receptors expression in the offspring's ovaries of NMRI mice.

Pourjafari F et al (2023).
BMC Complement Med Ther.
PubMed:
36788561

A LuALS Mutation with High Sulfonylurea Herbicide Resistance in Linum usitatissimum L.

Liu C et al (2023).
Int J Mol Sci.
PubMed:
36769141

Field evaluation of industrial non-food crops for phytomanaging a metal-contaminated dredged sediment.

Perlein A et al (2023).
Environ Sci Pollut Res Int.
PubMed:
36701059

Phytoremediation: A Novel Approach of Bast Fiber Plants (Hemp, Kenaf, Jute and Flax) for Heavy Metals Decontamination in Soil-Review.

Review
Cleophas FN et al (2022).
Toxics.
PubMed:
36668731

Dynamics of composition, structure, and metabolism of three energy substances in flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum L.) during germination.

Dong Y et al (2023).
Food Chem.
PubMed:
36610092

Impact of Flaxseed Gums on the Colloidal Changes and In Vitro Digestibility of Milk Proteins.

Hellebois T et al (2022).
Foods.
PubMed:
36553838

Complete Genome Sequences of Septoria linicola: A Resource for Studying a Damaging Flax Pathogen.

Lapalu N et al (2023).
Mol Plant Microbe Interact.
PubMed:
36537804

One-step synthesized biogenic nanoparticles using Linum usitatissimum: Application of sun-light photocatalytic, biological activity and electrochemical H(2)O(2) sensor.

Karimi F et al (2023).
Environ Res.
PubMed:
36511326

Linum usitatissimum ABI3 enhances the accumulation of seed storage reserves and tolerance to environmental stresses during seed germination and seedling establishment in Arabidopsis thaliana.

Liu Z et al (2023).
J Plant Physiol.
PubMed:
36502559

Protective Effect of Orbitides from Linseed (Linum usitatissimum L.) against Ultraviolet B-induced Photoaging in Zebrafish.

Zhang Y et al (2023).
Photochem Photobiol.
PubMed:
36484266

The effects of flaxseed or its oil supplementations on polycystic ovary syndrome: A systematic review of clinical trials.

Emamat H et al (2023).
Phytother Res.
PubMed:
36433633

Isolating Linum usitatissimum L. Nuclear DNA Enabled Assembling High-Quality Genome.

Dvorianinova EM et al (2022).
Int J Mol Sci.
PubMed:
36362031

Acinetobacter schindleri SR-5-1 decipher morpho-physio-biochemical and nutritional improvements to Pisum sativum L. and Linum usitatissimum L. maintained under wastewater/cadmium stress.

Hashmat S et al (2023).
Environ Sci Pollut Res Int.
PubMed:
36346519

Dephytinized flaxseed flours by phytase enzyme and fermentation: functional ingredients to enhance the nutritional quality of noodles.

Yaver E et al (2023).
J Sci Food Agric.
PubMed:
36226384

Characterization of PsmiR319 during flower development in early- and late-flowering tree peonies cultivars.

Zhang C et al (2022).
Plant Signal Behav.
PubMed:
36200538

Preliminary Investigation of Linum usitatissimum Mucilage-Based Hydrogel as Possible Substitute to Synthetic Polymer-Based Hydrogels for Sustained Release Oral Drug Delivery.

Mahmood A et al (2022).
Gels.
PubMed:
35323283

Flaxseed.

Review
(2021).
PubMed:
30000955

A Review on Pharmacological and Clinical Aspects of Linum usitatissimum L.

Review
Ansari R, Zarshenas MM and Dadbakhsh AH (2019).
Curr Drug Discov Technol.
PubMed:
29779483

Flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum).

Cassileth B et al (2011).
Oncology (Williston Park).
PubMed:
22229229

Cyclopeptides of Linum usitatissimum.

Review
Picur B et al (2006).
J Pept Sci.
PubMed:
16878298