Complete chloroplast genome sequence of holoparasite Cistanche deserticola (Orobanchaceae) reveals gene loss and horizontal gene transfer from its host Haloxylon ammodendron (Chenopodiaceae). [PDF]
BACKGROUND: The central function of chloroplasts is to carry out photosynthesis, and its gene content and structure are highly conserved across land plants.
Xi Li +9 more
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Volatile Substances of Different Hosts of Cistanche deserticola in Xinjiang Based on GC-IMS [PDF]
GC-IMS (gas chromatography-ion mobility spectroscopy) was used to analyze the differences between the volatile substances of two hosts of Cistanches deserticola in the Hotan area, Xinjiang.
Xuyang PENG +6 more
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Lactiplantibacillus plantarum LZU-J-Q21 enhanced the functional metabolic profile and bioactivity of Cistanche deserticola [PDF]
Microbial fermentation is an effective method to enhance the bioavailability of herbs. This study utilized Lactiplantibacillus plantarum LZU-J-Q21 to ferment Cistanche deserticola and evaluated its metabolic properties and biological activity.
Kangkang Liu +8 more
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Cistanche deserticola is a valuable Chinese herb, but traditional dry processing causes the loss of active substances. This study developed Cistanche deserticola fermented juice (CFJ) using lactic acid bacteria and optimized the fermentation process to ...
Zhenzhen Yang, Liang Wang
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Progress in research on fresh-keeping, storage and processing technology of Cistanche deserticola
Cistanche deserticola is one of the precious traditional Chinese medicines that can be eaten fresh. Its highly active life and zoning restrictions cause it to brown, soften, and even mildew when being transported and stored. The processing technology and
ZHU Zhipeng, BAI Yujia
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Cistanche deserticola is a traditional and precious Chinese herbal medicine, known as "desert ginseng", with anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, improving immunity, nourishing the kidneys and other pharmacological effects. Its chemical components mainly include phenylethanol glycosides, iridoids, polysaccharides and volatile components, among which ...
Na Cheng +4 more
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Predicting the suitable habitats of parasitic desert species based on a niche model with Haloxylon ammodendron and Cistanche deserticola as examples [PDF]
Haloxylon ammodendron, an excellent tree species for sand fixation and afforestation in the desert areas of western China, is threatened by climate change and anthropogenic activities.
Ping He +4 more
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Research Progress on the Mechanisms of Action of Cistanche deserticola Ma Extracts in the Prevention of Osteoporosis [PDF]
Cistanche deserticola Ma is a traditional medicinal and edible plant that has demonstrated significant potential for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis in recent years.
ZHANG Xiumin, FU Lijun, ZHANG Ruimei, MA Yongzheng, LIU Li, ZHANG Na, SUN Yong
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Assessment of Intraspecific Diversity and Screening of Elite Genotypes of Atriplex canescens as a Host Plant for Cistanche deserticola [PDF]
Screening superior hosts is critical for artificial cultivation of Cistanche deserticola Y.C.Ma. However, intraspecific trait variation and host suitability of its emerging host Atriplex canescens (Pursh) Nutt remain unsystematically evaluated.
Qingyun Pang +7 more
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Immunostimulatory activity of water-extractable polysaccharides from Cistanche deserticola as a plant adjuvant in vitro and in vivo. [PDF]
A safe and effective vaccine adjuvant is important in modern vaccines. Various Chinese herbal polysaccharides can activate the immune system. Cistanche deserticola (CD) is a traditional Chinese herb and an adjuvant candidate.
Ailian Zhang +6 more
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