Four terpene synthases contribute to the generation of chemotypes in tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia)

Padovan A, Keszei A, Hassan Y, Krause ST, Köllner TG, Degenhardt J, Gershenzon J, Külheim C, Foley WJ BMC Plant Biology, 2017 BACKGROUND: Terpene rich leaves are a characteristic of Myrtaceae. There is significant qualitative variation in the terpene profile of plants within a single species, which is observable as “chemotypes”. Understanding the molecular basis… Read more »