Bioactivity | Galactinol dihydrate is a marker for seed longevity. Galactinol dihydrate can scavenge hydroxyl radicals and protect plant cells from oxidative damage caused by MV treatment, salinity, or chilling[1]. |
Name | Galactinol dihydrate |
CAS | 1217474-91-3 |
Formula | C12H26O13 |
Molar Mass | 378.33 |
Appearance | Solid |
Transport | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
Storage | 4°C, sealed storage, away from moisture *In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (sealed storage, away from moisture) |
Reference | [1]. Vidigal DS, et, al. Galactinol as marker for seed longevity. Plant Sci. 2016 May;246:112-118. [2]. Nishizawa A, et, al. Galactinol and raffinose constitute a novel function to protect plants from oxidative damage. Plant Physiol. 2008 Jul;147(3):1251-63. |