Optimizing germination performance of Lamiaceae family seeds: insights from research

Ekren, Sıdıka; Gökçöl, Adem; Yıldırım Keskinoğlu, Aliye; Paylan, İsmail Can

doi:10.1007/s41348-023-00857-y

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“…It holds great importance economically, ecologically, ethnobotanically, and floristically [ 17 , 18 ]. It is widespread in natural habitats, while the growth of crops is expanding as a result of high demand [ 19 , 20 ]. Hence, aromatic Lamiaceae species could become an important presence, as well as a potential organic aerosol contributor via their produced volatiles.…”

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Aerobiology of the Family Lamiaceae: Novel Perspectives with Special Reference to Volatiles Emission

Haas,

Crișan,

Vârban

et al. 2024

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Lamiaceae is a botanical family rich in aromatic species that are in high demand such as basil, lavender, mint, oregano, sage, and thyme. It has great economical, ecological, ethnobotanical, and floristic importance. The aim of this work is to provide an updated view on the aerobiology of species from the family Lamiaceae, with an emphasis on novelties and emerging applications. From the aerobiology point of view, the greatest interest in this botanical family is related to the volatile organic compounds emitted by the plants and, to a much lesser extent, their pollen. Research has shown that the major volatile organic compounds emitted by the plants from this botanical family are monoterpenes and sesquiterpenes. The most important monoterpenes reported across studies include α-pinene, β-pinene, 1,8-cineole, menthol, limonene, and γ-terpinene. Most reports tend to cover species from the subfamily Nepetoideae. Volatile oils are produced by glandular trichomes found on aerial organs. Based on general morphology, two main types are found in the family Lamiaceae, namely peltate and capitate trichomes. As a result of pollinator-mediated transfer of pollen, Lamiaceae species present a reduced number of stamens and quantity of pollen. This might explain the low probability of pollen presence in the air from these species. A preliminary synopsis of the experimental evidence presented in this work suggests that the interplay of the organic particles and molecules released by these plants and their environment could be leveraged for beneficial outcomes in agriculture and landscaping. Emerging reports propose their use for intercropping to ensure the success of fructification, increased yield of entomophilous crops, as well as in sensory gardens due to the therapeutic effect of volatiles.

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