RNA seq analysis fro identification of genes involved in berberine production from three tissue types of Zanthoxylum armatum. RNA seq analysis for identification of genes involved in production of berberine in Zanthoxylum armatum

Zanthoxylum armatum is used in traditional medicine for treatment of various ailments in human beings. Recently it got prominence for its role in treatment of breast cancer. RNA seq was carried out from three tissue types, stem, leaf and fruits for identification of genes related to production of berberine alkaloids. A total of 1,64899 transcripts were identified for a total transcript length of 195937123 bp.