Gene expression profiles of the tuberous root development at seedling stages in turnips. Brassica rapa subsp. rapa

The tuberous root of Brassica rapa L. (turnip) is an important modified organ for nutrition storage. A better understanding of the molecular mechanisms involved in the process of tuberous root development is of great value in both economic and biological context. we analyzed the gene expression profiles of tuberous roots at different seedling stages in turnips, in order to get insight into the underlying molecular mechanisms that regulate tuberous formation and development in the Brassica species, and to facilitate the genetic improvement of tuberous root crops.