Optimizing Growth and Bioactive Compound Production in Split Gill Mushroom ( Schizophyllum commune ) Using Methyl Jasmonate

Preuk Chutimanukul (), Siripong Sukdee, Kittichai Boonmee, Ornprapa Thepsilvisut, Onmanee Prajuabjinda, Ubonwan Saesiw, Pattama Sriumpai and Hiroshi Ehara
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Preuk Chutimanukul: Department of Agricultural Technology, Faculty of Science and Technology, Thammasat University, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand
Siripong Sukdee: Department of Agricultural Technology, Faculty of Science and Technology, Thammasat University, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand
Kittichai Boonmee: Department of Agricultural Technology, Faculty of Science and Technology, Thammasat University, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand
Ornprapa Thepsilvisut: Department of Agricultural Technology, Faculty of Science and Technology, Thammasat University, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand
Onmanee Prajuabjinda: Department of Applied Thai Traditional Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Thammasat University, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand
Ubonwan Saesiw: Department of Applied Thai Traditional Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Thammasat University, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand
Pattama Sriumpai: Department of Applied Thai Traditional Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Thammasat University, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand
Hiroshi Ehara: International Center for Research and Education in Agriculture, Nagoya University, Nagoya 464-8601, Japan

Resources, 2024, vol. 14, issue 1, 1-19

Abstract: The split gill mushroom ( Schizophyllum commune ) is a valuable natural resource with high nutritional value and diverse bioactive metabolites, underscoring its potential for sustainable applications. By applying elicitors, this study highlights the quality enhancement of S. commune fruiting bodies, a commercially significant resource. While elicitors have been shown to stimulate beneficial bioactive compound production, research on their use in S. commune remains limited. This study applied methyl jasmonate (MeJA) at various concentrations (0, 4, 13, 22, 31, and 40 µM) to optimize growth, improve nutritional value, promote triterpenoid and phenolic compound synthesis, and boost antioxidant activity in S. commune . The results demonstrated that MeJA’s effects on growth and bioactive compounds are concentration-dependent. A concentration of 22 µM was identified as the most effective, resulting in the highest growth performance, including cap diameter (2.01 cm), fresh weight (24.10 g), and biological efficiency (15.21%). Furthermore, all MeJA treatments significantly enhanced triterpenoid, phenolic compound, and antioxidant activity compared to the control. These findings present a promising approach to enhance the sustainable use of S. commune as a natural resource by improving its quality and bioactive properties. Additionally, this research contributes to understanding the role of MeJA in promoting the growth and production of bioactive compounds in mushrooms, offering insights for advancing mushroom-based natural resource management.

Keywords: split gill mushroom; methyl jasmonate; triterpenoid compounds; phenolic compounds; antioxidant activity (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q5 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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