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Henry O Meissner¹, Alina Mscisz², Mieczyslaw Mrozikiewicz²

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Peruvian Maca

Keywords:

Glucosinolates HPLC profiles Hypocotyl colours Peruvian Maca Phenotypes

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Area of Science:

Phytochemistry and Molecular Biology
Botanical Authenticity
Nutraceutical Research

Background:

Glucosinolates in Peruvian Maca (Lepidium peruvianum Chacon) are linked to therapeutic functions.
Different Maca phenotypes (Black, Red, Yellow) exhibit varying constituent levels.
Traditional preparation methods may preserve bioactive compounds.

Purpose of the Study:

To analyze glucosinolate levels and DNA variability in distinct Maca phenotypes.
To compare chemical profiles and genotypic variations across Black, Red, and Yellow Maca.
To assess the effectiveness of traditional Maca preparation for glucosinolate extraction.

Main Methods:

Cultivation of Maca phenotypes in the Peruvian Andes.
Glucosinolate quantification using HPLC against standards.
DNA profiling via ISSR-PCR and RAPD techniques.

Main Results:

Yellow Maca had significantly lower glucosinolate levels compared to Black and Red phenotypes.
Red Maca exhibited the highest glucosinolate concentrations.
Distinct RAPD and ISSR-PCR profiles were observed for the Yellow phenotype.

Conclusions:

Glucosinolate content varies considerably among Peruvian Maca phenotypes.
HPLC and DNA fingerprinting can aid in identifying Maca phenotypes and ensuring product authenticity.
Traditional preparation methods appear effective for extracting key bioactive glucosinolates.