Author(s):
Sreelakshmi T, Jeeshna MV, Sarga, Siraj MVP
Email(s):
sreesunilshankar@gmail.com
DOI:
10.52711/0975-4385.2025.00001 
Address:
Sreelakshmi T1, Jeeshna MV1, Sarga1, Siraj MVP2
1Department of Botany, Sree Narayana College, Kannur University, Kannur, Kerala, India 670007.
2Department of Biotechnology, Sir Syed Institute for Technical Studies, Kannur University, Taliparamb, Kerala, India, 670142.
*Corresponding Author
Published In:
Volume - 17,
Issue - 1,
Year - 2025
ABSTRACT:
Environmental stresses, including drought, salinity, and temperature fluctuations, are major challenges for plant survival. This study investigates Glyoxalase I (Gly I) in selected species of the Linderniaceae family, exploring its role in detoxifying methylglyoxal (MG), a cytotoxic byproduct under stress conditions. Using PCR and gel electrophoresis, we amplified partial sequences of the Glyoxalase I gene in Torenia crustacea (L) Cham. & Schltdl., Bonnaya ciliata (Colsm.) Spreng., Lindernia hyssopioides (L.) Haines. Optimal DNA and primer concentrations, along with annealing temperatures, were established, enabling precise amplification. Our findings suggest Glyoxalase I as a molecular marker for drought resilience, with broader implications for enhancing crop stress tolerance through genetic engineering. Future research should examine expression patterns across varied stress conditions to validate Glyoxalase I’s potential in crop improvement.
Cite this article:
Sreelakshmi T, Jeeshna MV, Sarga, Siraj MVP. Elucidating the Mechanisms of Glyoxalase, I in Plant Stress Tolerance: A Study on Linderniaceae. Research Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry. 2025; 17(1):1-4. doi: 10.52711/0975-4385.2025.00001
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Sreelakshmi T, Jeeshna MV, Sarga, Siraj MVP. Elucidating the Mechanisms of Glyoxalase, I in Plant Stress Tolerance: A Study on Linderniaceae. Research Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry. 2025; 17(1):1-4. doi: 10.52711/0975-4385.2025.00001 Available on: https://rjpponline.org/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2025-17-1-1
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