On the Formation of Anthocyan in the Petaloid Calyx of the Red Japanese Hortense

Key Points

• To investigate how anthocyanin is formed in the petaloid calyx of red Japanese hortense flowers.
• Analysis of pigmentation in petaloid calyx sections
• Chemical composition studies of anthocyanin
• Comparative assessments with other floral parts
• Identification of specific anthocyanin types present in the calyx
• Correlation between anthocyanin levels and color intensity
• Insights into genetic factors influencing pigmentation patterns