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In vitro micropropagation of a novel non-flowering radiation mutant of Platanus × acerifolia Willd.
An efficient in vitro micropropagation system for Platanus × acerifolia ‘F03’, a radiation mutant that has not flowered for 19 yr, has been established. Axillary buds were used as explants. After sprouting on Mur...
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Open AccessHaplotype-resolved genome assembly of the diploid Rosa chinensis provides insight into the mechanisms underlying key ornamental traits
Roses are consistently ranked at the forefront in cut flower production. Increasing demands of market and changing climate conditions have resulted in the need to further improve the diversity and quality of t...
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Open AccessIdentification of distinct roses suitable for future breeding by phenotypic and genotypic evaluations of 192 rose germplasms
Rose (Rosa) is a prominent ornamental plant that holds substantial economic and social significance. Roses originating from different regions exhibit intricate phenotypic and genetic characteristics, but the majo...
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Functional characterization of three TERMINAL FLOWER 1-like genes from Platanus acerifolia
TFL1-like genes of the basal eudicot Platanus acerifolia have conserved roles in maintaining vegetative growth and inhibiting flowering, but may act through distinct regulatory mechanism.
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Transcriptome analysis revealed molecular basis of cold response in Prunus mume
Japanese apricot (Prunus mume Sieb. et Zucc.) is a traditional woody flower and fruit tree restrictedly cultivated in northern area due to its inability to survive harsh winters and early springs. In the current ...
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Open AccessCandidate genes screening based on phenotypic observation and transcriptome analysis for double flower of Prunus mume
Prunus mume is an early spring flower of Rosaceae, which owns high application value in gardens. Being an excellent ornamental trait, the double flower trait has always been one of the important breeding goals of...
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Identification and characterization of PaGL1-like genes from Platanus acerifolia related to the regulation of trichomes
Two PaGL1-like genes were identified in London plane and functional in Arabidopsis, moreover, may play an important role in the regulation of trichome development in London plane.
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Open AccessIdentification, characterization and functional analysis of AGAMOUS subfamily genes associated with floral organs and seed development in Marigold (Tagetes erecta)
AGAMOUS (AG) subfamily genes regulate the floral organs initiation and development, fruit and seed development. At present, there has been insufficient study of the function of AG subfamily genes in Asteraceae. M...
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Open AccessGenome-wide identification and characterization of the ALOG gene family in Petunia
The ALOG (Arabidopsis LSH1 and Oryza G1) family of proteins, namely DUF640 (domain of unknown function 640) domain proteins, were found in land plants. Functional characterization of a few ALOG members in model p...
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LlDREB1G, a novel DREB subfamily gene from Lilium longiflorum, can enhance transgenic Arabidopsis tolerance to multiple abiotic stresses
In plants, most DREB1s/CBFs proteins with a single AP2/ERF domain participate in responses to abiotic stresses. Here, we cloned a DREB subfamily gene from Lilium longiflorum (designated as LlDREB1G). Sequence ana...
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Functional Analysis of the Marigold (Tagetes erecta) Lycopene ε-cyclase (TeLCYe) Promoter in Transgenic Tobacco
Lycopene ε-cyclases (LCYEs) are key enzymes in carotenoid biosynthesis converting red lycopene to downstream lutein. The flowers of marigold (Tagetes erecta) have been superior sources to supply lutein. However, ...
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Single-repeat R3 MYB transcription factors from Platanus acerifolia negatively regulate trichome formation in Arabidopsis
Four R3 MYB genes were cloned and identified from Platanus acerifolia and analysed according to endogenous gene expression profiles, protein–protein interaction patterns, phenotypic effects and related gene expre...
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Isolation and functional characterization of the promoter of SEPALLATA3 gene in London plane and its application in genetic engineering of sterility
In Platanus acerifolia, the SEP3 homolog PlacSEP3 may possess multiple functions, including roles in floral organ identity, development, and vegetative development. This work aimed to characterize the function of...
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Open AccessGenome-wide identification and characterization of the SBP-box gene family in Petunia
SQUAMOSA PROMOTER BINDING PROTEIN (SBP)-box genes encode a family of plant-specific transcription factors (TFs) that play important roles in many growth and development processes including phase transition, le...
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A rapid and efficient in vitro shoot regeneration protocol using cotyledons of London plane tree (Platanus acerifolia Willd.)
A rapid, prolific and reproducible protocol for in vitro shoot regeneration from mature cotyledons of Platanus acerifolia has been developed. The influences of different plant growth regulator (PGR) combinations ...
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An anther-specific gene PhGRP is regulated by PhMYC2 and causes male sterility when overexpressed in petunia anthers
An anther-specific GRP gene, regulated by PhMYC2 , causes a significant reduction of male fertility when overexpressed in...
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Functional analysis of the promoters of B-class MADS-box genes in London plane tree and their application in genetic engineering of sterility
Breeding flowerless and/or fruitless varieties are highly desirable for London plane tree because it can prevent pollen- and fruit-mediated environmental contamination. Floral tissue-specific cell ablation is ...
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Open AccessHybrid sequencing and map finding (HySeMaFi): optional strategies for extensively deciphering gene splicing and expression in organisms without reference genome
Using second-generation sequencing (SGS) RNA-Seq strategies, extensive alterative splicing prediction is impractical and high variability of isoforms expression quantification is inevitable in organisms withou...
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Functional conservation and divergence of five SEPALLATA-like genes from a basal eudicot tree, Platanus acerifolia
Five SEP -like genes were cloned and identified from Platanus acerifolia through the analysis of expression profiles, pro...
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Overexpression of a Mei (Prunus mume) CBF gene confers tolerance to freezing and oxidative stress in Arabidopsis
Mei (Prunus mume Sieb. et Zucc.) is an important ornamental plant in China, but low temperature severely restricts its application in North China. The C-repeat binding factor/Dehydration responsive element bindin...
