Abstract:

Cell technology of secondary metabolites is a better way in exploi-tation and utilization of plant resources. This is because that the technology not only avoids the drawbacks in chemical synthesis of secondary plant metabolites but also surmounts the deficiency in cultivation of intact plant. Furthermore, cryopreservation of culture cells is a effective method for protection of plant resources. Cell technology of secondary metabolites is a better way in exploi-tation and utilization of plant resources. This is because that the technology not only avoids the drawbacks in chemical synthesis of secondary plant metabolites but also surmounts the deficiency in cultivation of intact plant. Furthermore, cryopreservation of culture cells is a effective method for protection of plant resources.

Key words: Cell technology, Secondary metabolites, Plant resources, Exploitation and utilization, Callus, Cell culture