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Volatile compounds evaluation and characteristic aroma compounds screening in representative germplasm of mei (Prunus mume) based on metabolomics and sensomics

  • 0National Key Laboratory for Germplasm Innovation & Utilization of Horticultural Crops, College of Horticulture and Forestry Sciences, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, Hubei, China; Sensory Evaluation and Quality Analysis Centre of Horticultural Products, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, Hubei, China.
Food Chemistry +

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June 7, 2025

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June 7, 2025

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Summary

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Mei (Prunus mume) volatiles were analyzed using advanced techniques, identifying key aroma compounds responsible for its sweet scent. This research supports breeding efforts for this valuable floral-scented species.

Area Of Science

  • Plant volatile organic compounds
  • Aroma science
  • Horticultural science

Background

  • Mei (Prunus mume) is unique in the Prunus genus for its floral scent.
  • It possesses significant ornamental, culinary, and medicinal value.
  • Understanding its volatile profile is crucial for its cultivation and application.

Purpose Of The Study

  • To comprehensively analyze the volatile metabolites of Mei.
  • To identify key aroma compounds contributing to its characteristic scent.
  • To integrate metabolomics and sensomics for horticultural applications.

Main Methods

  • Synergistic use of headspace solid-phase microextraction (HS-SPME) and organic solvent extraction (OSE).
  • Gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) for volatile compound detection.
  • Sensory evaluation to characterize aroma types.

Main Results

  • A library of 103 emitted and 83 endogenous volatiles was constructed from 67 Mei cultivars.
  • Seventeen emitted and 23 endogenous volatiles were identified as main contributors, primarily aldehydes, alcohols, esters, and phenols.
  • Benzyl alcohol, eugenol, and benzyl acetate were identified as key compounds for the sweet aroma.

Conclusions

  • The study provides a robust dataset for Mei breeding and resource utilization.
  • Integration of metabolomics and sensomics bridges aroma science and horticultural innovation.
  • Twenty-six Mei cultivars with high application potential were identified.

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