Here we present the genome sequence and annotation of the wild olive tree (Olea europaea
var. sylvestris), called oleaster, which is considered an ancestor of cultivated olive trees …

Background Sesame is an important oilseed crop mainly grown in inclement areas with high
temperatures and frequent drought. Thus, drought constitutes one of the major constraints of …

Abstract Background Sesame (Sesamum indicum L.) is one of the world's most important oil
crops. However, it is susceptible to abiotic stresses in general, and to waterlogging and …

Sesame is an important oilseed crop with high oil content and oil quality. Abundant
unsaturated fatty acids, proteins, and antioxidants in sesame seeds attract the worldwide …

MADS-box transcription factors play vital roles in multiple biological processes in plants. At
present, a comprehensive investigation into the genome-wide identification and …

MADS-box genes encode transcription factors that affect plant growth and development.
Camellia chekiangoleosa is an oil tree species with ornamental value, but there have been …

Lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) is an important leafy vegetable consumed worldwide. Heat‐
induced bolting and flowering greatly limit lettuce production during the summer …

Background MADS-box genes encode transcription factors that are known to be involved in
several aspects of plant growth and development, especially in floral organ specification. To …

Abiotic stress, a major factor limit growth and productivity of major crops. Orchardgrass is
one of the most important cool-season forage grasses in the world, and it is highly tolerant to …

Sesame is an important oilseed crop in Asia that is often affected by waterlogging stress,
leading to significant yield losses and reduced crop quality. Breeding waterlogging-tolerant …