Covering: up to the end of 2013 New mass spectrometry imaging (MSI) techniques are
gaining importance in the analysis of plant metabolite distributions, and significant …

Pigmentation patterns are ubiquitous in nature. Visually striking pigmentation patterns are
not only aesthetically appealing, but also crucial to pollinator interaction and plant fitness …

Azaleas (Ericaceae) comprise one of the most diverse ornamental plants, renowned for their
cultural and economic importance. We present a chromosome-scale genome assembly for …

Petal blotches are commonly observed in many angiosperm families and not only influence
plant–pollinator interactions but also confer high ornamental value. Tree peony (Paeonia …

Orchidaceae are well known for their fascinating floral morphologic features, specialized
pollination, and distinctive ecological strategies. With their long-lasting flowers of various …

A molecular description of the control of floral pigmentation in a multi‐species group
displaying various flower color patterns is of great interest for understanding the molecular …

Production of anthocyanins is one of the adaptive responses employed by plants during
stress conditions. During stress, anthocyanin biosynthesis is mainly regulated at the …

Chalcone synthase (CHS) is the key enzyme in the first committed step of the flavonoid
biosynthetic pathway and catalyzes the stepwise condensation of 4‐coumaroyl‐CoA and …

Flower color patterns have long served as a model for developmental genetics because
pigment phenotypes are visually striking, yet generally not required for plant viability …

Cineraria (Senecio cruentus) is an ornamental plant with pure colour and bicolour cultivars,
widely used for landscaping. Anthocyanin biosynthesis influences coloration patterns in …