Metabolic analysis of polymeric proanthocyanidins related to red pigmentation in Camellia drupifera cv. 'Hongrou No.1' mesocarps.

Red mesocarp, characterized as a unique pigment trait of newly identified Camellia drupifera cv. 'Hongrou No.1'('HR'), is believed to act as the plant's protective shield against diverse adversities.

Integrative Transcriptome and Metabolome Analysis to Reveal Red Leaf Coloration in Shiya Tea ().

Background: , commonly known as Shiya tea, is a healthcare drink enriched in several phenolic acids and flavonoids, with a purple-red leaf variety possessing a unique flavor and a higher economic value. However, the mechanisms underlying leaf coloration and senescence discoloration remain unknown.

Methods: Here, we compared both varieties of (purple-red leaf, RL, and green leaf, GL) at two stages of development.