About Hedysarum sulphurescens Rydb.
Taxonomic Identification
Hedysarum sulphurescens, commonly known as yellow sweetvetch or white sweetvetch, is a species of perennial herb.
Leucocyanidin Reductase Function
Leucocyanidin reductase (LCR) is the first enzyme in the proanthocyanidin (PA)-specific pathway; it uses 2,3-trans-3,4-cis-leucocyanidin to produce (+)-catechin.
LCR Activity in Species
LCR activity has been measured in the leaves, flowers, and seeds of Hedysarum sulphurescens.