Current knowledge and breeding perspectives for the spider plant (Cleome gynandra L.): a potential for enhanced breeding of the plant in Africa

Kwarteng, A. O.; Abogoom, J.; Amoah, R. Adu; Nyadanu, Daniel; Ghunney, T.; Nyam, K. C.; Ziyaaba, J. Z.; Danso, Eric Oppong; Asiedu, D. D.; Whyte, T.

doi:10.1007/s10722-018-0626-5

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“…It is reported that C4 plants are more resistant to the impacts caused by high CO 2 on nutrient density than C3 plants like wheat and rice (Medek et al, 2017). These species exhibit high-level of photosynthetic efficiency under favourable climatic (i.e., temperature and light intensity) and soil moisture conditions (Kwarteng et al, 2018). Due to ever-increasing atmospheric CO 2 levels and elevated temperatures, promotion, distribution and use of C4 species could be on the rise soon (Sage, 2004).…”

Section: Prospects Of C Gynandra As a Climate Smart Cropmentioning

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“…The deep root system is established first during plant growth of C. gynandra, followed by foliage development. The leaves display the circadian movement where they follow the direction of the sun (Kwarteng et al, 2018).…”

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“…The seeds of C. gynandra enter physiological dormancy for 4 -5 months after harvest and only germinate after 6 months of harvest (Chweya, 1990;Ramphele et al, 2020). The process of germination important in the domestication of crops and this is because lack of uniform seed germination can lead to poor seedling establishment and subsequently affect total yield (Kwarteng et al, 2018). Several studies attempted to break dormancy of C. gynandra seeds using different methods.…”

Section: Cultivation Of C Gynandramentioning

confidence: 99%

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Cleome gynandra: A wonder climate-smart plant for nutritional security for millions in semi-arid areas

2022

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Spider plant (Cleome gynandra) is predominantly used as a traditional leafy vegetable throughout Africa and is considered a rich natural source of essential nutrients such as vitamins, minerals and proteins. With the increase in malnutrition, diet related non-communicable diseases and poverty across the continent of Africa, the spider plant is a bona fide alternative healthy food crop to alleviate these challenges. Spider plant is an erect annual herb that could grow up to 150 cm tall, strongly branched, with a long taproot and few secondary roots. It is commonly consumed in resource-poor communities especially during times of major food scarcity. It is a drought-tolerant and resilient annual vegetable crop capable of growing well in a wide range of climatic and edaphic conditions. Despite the potential benefits and wide adaptability, progressive attempts towards the development of C. gynandra as a crop have been impeded by issues like low investment in research and development resulting in poor seed quality, relatively low yields and susceptibility to pests and diseases. In this paper, we reviewed the research that has been done regarding its morphology, growing conditions, production and utilisation (i.e., nutrition). The current review highlighted the status of the science in advancing the domestication of C. gynandra as a potential power crop for several African countries. The review concluded that with the advancement of modern biotechnology techniques and genome sequencing, there is a compelling case for investment and development in C. gynandra as a candidate for managing micronutrient deficiencies during the post-pandemic era. Finally, the existing knowledge gaps (e.g., breeding) that necessitate explorations were identified and recommendations that could enhance its development and potential commercialisation were made.

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Section: Prospects Of C Gynandra As a Climate Smart Cropmentioning

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Section: Prospects Of C Gynandra As a Climate Smart Cropmentioning

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Cleome gynandra: A wonder climate-smart plant for nutritional security for millions in semi-arid areas

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“…Phenolic compounds including kaempferol (Kumar et al, 2006), quercetin (Ghoreishi, Hedayati, & Mousavi, 2016), butin 4′‐O‐(2″‐O‐β‐D‐apiofuranosyl)‐β‐D‐glucopyranoside, liquiritin, isoliquiritn apioside liquiritin apioside, kaempferol 3‐O‐β‐D‐glucopyranoside, and kaempferol 3‐O‐α‐L‐arabinofuranoside, davidioside (Kumar et al, 2006), and syringic acid (Baydar & Baydar, 2013; Memariani, Amin, Moghaddam, & Hajimahmoodi, 2015) constitute one important group of active ingredients of R. damascena . Its mineral elements include magnesium, calcium, manganese, iron, potassium, boron, phosphorus, sodium, and zinc (Kwarteng et al, 2018).…”

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“…Phenolic compounds including kaempferol (Kumar et al, 2006), quercetin (Ghoreishi, Hedayati, & Mousavi, 2016) et al, 2006), and syringic acid (Baydar & Baydar, 2013;Memariani, Amin, Moghaddam, & Hajimahmoodi, 2015) constitute one important group of active ingredients of R. damascena. Its mineral elements include magnesium, calcium, manganese, iron, potassium, boron, phosphorus, sodium, and zinc (Kwarteng et al, 2018).…”

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Evidence for Rosa damascena efficacy in mental disorders in preclinical animal studies and clinical trials: A systematic review

Mohamadi

Pourkorrani

Langarizadeh

et al. 2022

Phytotherapy Research

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The aim of this systematic review was to identify animal preclinical studies and randomized controlled trials that looked at the effects of R. damascena in any form on different mental diseases. Up to September 2021, the online databases of PubMed, Scopus, Embase, Web of Science, and Cochrane trials, as well as SID and MagIran, were searched. This study included 10 animal studies. Except for one research, the rest of the studies confirmed the positive effects of the plant in treatment of mental disorders. A total of 38 studies met the criteria for inclusion. Individuals who have encountered various sorts of mental problems, such as anxiety, sleep disturbance, and depressive disorder, were studied. R. damascena essential oil (EO), essence, extract, and dried plant were used in aromatherapy and oral administration. A decrease in sympathetic nervous system activity, induction of neurotransmitters, induction of nerve growth factors by neurogenesis and synaptogenesis mechanisms, a decrease in prolactin and an increase in noradrenaline, estradiol, and progesterone secretion are some of the mechanisms of action. In general, R. damascena is an effective herb for the treatment of mental disorders. However, further research timing and duration of intervention are needed to extrapolate the findings.

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Perceptions of end-users in Limpopo Province (South Africa) about the Spider plant (Cleome gynandra L.)

Thovhogi

Gwata

Mchau

et al. 2020

Genet Resour Crop Evol

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Current knowledge and breeding perspectives for the spider plant (Cleome gynandra L.): a potential for enhanced breeding of the plant in Africa

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Cleome gynandra: A wonder climate-smart plant for nutritional security for millions in semi-arid areas

Cleome gynandra: A wonder climate-smart plant for nutritional security for millions in semi-arid areas

Evidence for Rosa damascena efficacy in mental disorders in preclinical animal studies and clinical trials: A systematic review

Perceptions of end-users in Limpopo Province (South Africa) about the Spider plant (Cleome gynandra L.)

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