Expression analysis of putative genes of pectin modifying enzymes in different callus lines of Cyclamen persicum and their correlation with the callus texture

► No general correlation between callus texture and embryogenic competence was detected. ► Expression of a putative PAE homologue correlated with the callus texture. ► Callus texture was influenced by the explant type. ► Expression of the PAE homologue in the explants and the callus lines were correlated.