Metabolomics Analysis Reveals Metabolite Diversity of the Rare Cliff Plant Oresitrophe Rupifraga Bunge

The study on the rare cliff plant Oresitrophe rupifraga Bunge identified 1,965 metabolites using a targeted metabolomics approach, revealing significant differences between the plant's aboveground (leaves) and underground (rhizomes and bulblets) tissues. Leaves were found to be richer in phenolic acids, while rhizomes and bulblets contained more terpenoids. These findings provide insights into the plant's growth and development, suggesting potential for its cultivation and utilization. The study also highlights the need for further research into the plant's growth, development, and environmental adaptation mechanisms, with a high-quality genome map being crucial for future research.