Polygonatum, a versatile plant known for both its medicinal and food uses, exhibits a wide
array of beneficial properties with minimal side effects, making it highly promising for the …

Plants face numerous environmental stresses that hinder their growth and productivity,
including biotic agents, such as herbivores and parasitic microorganisms, as well as abiotic …

This study describes the purification of Bixa orellana L. leaf lectin (BoLL) and the evaluation
of its antimicrobial activity and in vivo toxicity. BoLL was isolated from saline extract of leaves …

The Jacalin-related lectins (JRLs) gene family play a crucial role in regulating plant
development and responding to environmental stress. However, a systematic bioinformatics …

M. oleifera leaves represent a novel and nutritious food. Prior research has demonstrated
that M. oleifera leaves can elicit allergic responses in BALB/c mice. Based on these findings …

As global climate changes rapidly, drought has emerged as a critical factor influencing crop
growth and yield. The C4 crop foxtail millet (Setaria italica L.) is noted for its drought …

Solanum lycopersicum (family: Solanaceae) is a crucial crop and model organism for many
phenotypic traits, and its sequenced genome provides valuable insights into plant biology …

We here report the purification of a novel member of the galectin family, the β-galactoside-
binding lectin hRTL, from the marine sponge Chondrilla australiensis. The hRTL lectin is a …

In today's scenario, agriculture is ravaged by a multitude of maladies which are accelerated
due to climate change and overdependence on chemical fertilisers leads to damaging …

Nitric oxide (NO) plays a crucial role as a signalling molecule in coordinating the plant's
response to various stressors. The intricate role of nitric oxide (NO) and its cross-talk with …