Key message Two members of the 48 laccase genes were highly expressed in peach
endocarp and activated by the lignin biosynthesis-related MYB transcription factors …

Longan (Dimocarpus longan Lour.) is an important commercial fruit tree in southern China.
The embryogenesis of longan affects the quality and yield of fruit. A large number of …

Thaumatin-like proteins (TLPs) are pathogenesis-related proteins with pivotal roles in plant
defense mechanisms. In this study, various bioinformatics and RNA-seq methods were used …

It is reported that lectin receptor-like kinases (LecRLKs) play crucial roles in plant responses
to diverse environmental. Hence, a comprehensive genome-wide study of the LecRLK …

Abstract Background Lectins, defined as 'Proteins that can recognize and bind specific
carbohydrate structures', are widespread among all kingdoms of life and play an important …

Populus trichocarpa (black cottonwood) is a fast-growing deciduous tree from the willow
family (Salicaceae) grown for its fiber products and timber. Phototropism plays a substantial …

Key message Rose has 19 MLO genes. Of these, RhMLO1 and RhMLO2 were shown to be
required for powdery mildew infection, which suggests their potential as susceptibility targets …

Objective To analyze the pressure of selection in the evolution of PLD gene family in the
woody model plant Populus trichocarpa, the cis-acting elements in the promoter, the tissue …

Abstract Background Lycium Linn.(Solanaceae) is a genus of economically important plants
producing fruits and leaves with high nutritional value and medicinal benefits. However …

Late blight caused by the plant pathogenic oomycete Phytophthora infestans is known as
one of the most destructive potato diseases. Plant breeders tend to employ NB‐LRR‐based …