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Two stage culture systems were examined in cell suspensions of Thalictrum rugosum which produce berberine in a growth associated manner. The utilization of indole 3-acetic acid (IAA) as a growth regulator, in place of 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D), at various growth phases was investigated. Although the enhancing effect was clear when it was used separately, in combination with 2,4-D effect of IAA was suppressed and medium change from 2,4-D to IAA was detrimental to product formation. The decrease of berberine production in this two stage culture may be due to the loss of conditioning factors associated with medium replacement.
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