Genetics Studies

Transcriptome, Plant Hormone, and Metabolome Analysis Reveals the Mechanism of Purple Pericarp Formation in 'Zihui' Papaya (Carica papaya L.).

'Zihui' papaya has purple pericarp due to upregulation of genes involved in anthocyanin synthesis. Understanding this mechanism can enhance fruit marketability and improve visual appeal.

Wu X et al (2024).
Molecules.
PubMed:
38611765