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From: Next generation sequencing unravels the biosynthetic ability of Spearmint (Mentha spicata) peltate glandular trichomes through comparative transcriptomics

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Trichomes on spearmint leaf. (A) Scanning electron microscope image of spearmint leaf showing three types of trichomes, a, Non glandular hairy trichome; b, Peltate glandular trichome (PGT); c, Capitate glandular trichome. (B) Process of secretion by PGT. a, presecretory stage; b, formation of storage cavity; c, secretion into the storage cavity; d, release of oil upon injury. The PGTs were stained with toulidine blue.

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