Genomic survey and expression analysis of LcARFs reveal multiple functions to somatic embryogenesis in Liriodendron

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BACKGROUND: Auxin response factors (ARFs) are critical transcription factors that mediate the auxin signaling pathway and are essential for regulating plant growth. However, there is a lack of understanding regarding the ARF gene family in Liriodendron chinense, a vital species in landscaping and economics. Thus, further research is needed to explore the roles of ARFs in L. chinense and their potential applications in plant development.

RESULT: In this study, we have identified 20 LcARF genes that belong to three subfamilies in the genome of L. chinense. The analysis of their conserved domains, gene structure, and phylogeny suggests that LcARFs may be evolutionarily conserved and functionally similar to other plant ARFs. The expression of LcARFs varies in different tissues. Additionally, they are also involved in different developmental stages of somatic embryogenesis. Overexpression of LcARF1, LcARF2a, and LcARF5 led to increased activity within callus. Additionally, our promoter-GFP fusion study indicated that LcARF1 may play a role in embryogenesis. Overall, this study provides insights into the functions of LcARFs in plant development and embryogenesis, which could facilitate the improvement of somatic embryogenesis in L. chinense.

CONCLUSION: The research findings presented in this study shed light on the regulatory roles of LcARFs in somatic embryogenesis in L. chinense and may aid in accelerating the breeding process of this tree species. By identifying the specific LcARFs involved in different stages of somatic embryogenesis, this study provides a basis for developing targeted breeding strategies aimed at optimizing somatic embryogenesis in L. chinense, which holds great potential for improving the growth and productivity of this economically important species.

Medienart:

E-Artikel

Erscheinungsjahr:

2024

Erschienen:

2024

Enthalten in:

Zur Gesamtaufnahme - volume:24

Enthalten in:

BMC plant biology - 24(2024), 1 vom: 07. Feb., Seite 94

Sprache:

Englisch

Beteiligte Personen:

Xu, Lin [VerfasserIn]
Liu, Ye [VerfasserIn]
Zhang, Jiaji [VerfasserIn]
Wu, Weihuang [VerfasserIn]
Hao, Zhaodong [VerfasserIn]
He, Shichan [VerfasserIn]
Li, Yiran [VerfasserIn]
Shi, Jisen [VerfasserIn]
Chen, Jinhui [VerfasserIn]

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Themen:

ARF genes
Indoleacetic Acids
Journal Article
Liriodendron chinense
Plant Proteins
Somatic embryogenesis
Transcription Factors

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Date Completed 09.02.2024

Date Revised 10.02.2024

published: Electronic

Citation Status MEDLINE

doi:

10.1186/s12870-024-04765-7

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PPN (Katalog-ID):

NLM36815985X