The effect of paraquat on flavonoid production in Fagopyrum esculentum cultures in vitro

Abstract

The effect of 6, 12, 24, 48, 72 and 168 hours treatment of Paraquat (MV) in 3 various concentrations on rutin production by Fagopyrum esculentum callus and suspension cultures was investigated. Maximum rutin content in callus culture was demonstrated after 72 hs of MV and in suspension cultures after 24 hs of MV treatment.

Keywords

• paraquat
• methylviologen
• rutin
• Fagopyrum
• culture in vitro