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Metabolomics is an expanding field within the omic studies that aims to detect and quantify small biomolecules, providing a comprehensive overview of biochemical processes and their regulation across organisms. In plants, metabolomics enables the exploration of primary and secondary metabolites that drive growth, adaptation, and defense, offering valuable insights for biotechnology and phytochemical research.
Arctium minus (Hill) Bernh. (Asteraceae), commonly known as lesser burdock, is a biennial medicinal plant traditionally used for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and wound-healing properties. This study aimed to compare the metabolite compositions of A. minus root and leaf tissues extraction with methanol using a LC-QTOF-MS platform equipped with a C18 reverse-phase column. Raw data were processed and annotated against plant metabolomic databases. Class-based enrichment analysis revealed that indole and carboxylic acid derivatives predominated in leaves, consistent with active secondary metabolism and photoprotective functions, while roots were enriched in coniferyl alcohol and sulfur-containing compounds linked to structural defense. These findings highlight organ-specific metabolomic specialization in A. minus, emphasizing its adaptive biochemical roles and potential as a source of bioactive compounds.
