Tag: plant metabolism

A pivotal study illuminates the essential function of magnesium in the metabolic and genetic makeup of tea plants. The research uncovers how magnesium deficiency impacts key growth processes and the synthesis of compounds that dictate tea’s taste and quality. The identification of the CsMGT5 gene as a critical magnesium transporter offers a significant breakthrough, paving the way for enhancing tea cultivation and improving the final product’s flavor profile.