Diverse functions of C2H2 zinc-finger transcription factors in growth regulation and stress adaptation in woody and perennial horticultural plants
August 2026
C2H2 zinc finger proteins (C2H2-ZFPs), one of the largest transcription factor families in plants, exhibit unique functional diversity in woody and horticultural species due to their modular architecture...
AcPI and AcAP3 coordinately regulate sepal-petal formation in pineapple
August 2026
Sepals and petals form the peels of pineapple fruits, which influence the size of cavities below the surface of the fruits (so-called “fruit eye”) and subsequently the fruit quality and edible rate....
CmaGA2ox2 is associated with dwarf plant architecture controlled by the single dominant CmaDw-1 locus in winter squash
August 2026
Dwarf or semi-dwarf plant architecture characterized by reduced vine or internode length is a desirable trait for winter squash (Cucurbita maxima) production, but the regulatory mechanisms and specific...
CoWRKY53 positively modulates low phosphate tolerance through facilitation of CoPHO1;H3 in Camellia oleifera
August 2026
The responses of plants to abiotic stress have been widely investigated using WRKY transcription factors. Low environmental phosphate (Pi) levels typically result in reductions in both plant yield and...
Molecular mechanisms and processing regulation of tea aroma
August 2026
Tea aroma refers to the comprehensive olfactory characteristics formed by volatile compounds released during tea growth, processing, and infusion, reflecting the integrated regulation of tea genotype,...
Integration of multi-omics analyses reveals molecular mechanisms of L-phenylalanine-induced root to shoot cadmium translocation in Kentucky bluegrass
August 2026
Exogenous l-phenylalanine application enhances cadmium (Cd) uptake and translocation in Kentucky bluegrass (Poa pratensis L.), offering a potential strategy for the phytoremediation of Cd-contaminated...
The CsWRKY21-CsDREB17 module regulates bud dormancy and bud break of tea plants
August 2026
The timing of spring bud break is a key economic trait in tea (Camellia sinensis) production, as early-harvested tea leaves possess substantially higher commercial value. While CsDREB17 has been implicated...
Exploring favorable QTNs and candidate genes for chrysanthemum resistance against black spot disease
August 2026
Black spot disease (BSD), induced by Alternaria alternata, constitutes a significant menace to chrysanthemum. Identifying resistant germplasm resources underscores its critical importance in chrysanthemum...
Evolutionary plasticity of MADS-box genes in ornamental plants: from floral development to horticultural improvement
August 2026
The MADS-box gene family, particularly the ABCE-class genes, plays a pivotal role in regulating floral development and reproductive processes in angiosperms. Expansion of the MADS-box gene family through...
CsMYB75–CsTT8–CsTTG1 protein complex activates CsANS3 for anthocyanin biosynthesis in purple-leaf tea plants
August 2026
The regulation and impact of mRNA m6A methylation during the expansion and ripening of tomato fruits under various abiotic stresses
August 2026
N6-methyladenosine (m6A), the most prevalent modification observed in eukaryotic messenger RNAs (mRNAs), plays a crucial role in plant development and abiotic stress responses. However, its role in...
Repetitive sequence landscapes provide insights into the proliferation and reduction of pericentromeric/centromeric repeats in the genus Glycyrrhiza
August 2026
Repetitive DNA sequences are a major component of plant genomes and play crucial roles in regulating gene expression, maintaining genome stability, driving genome evolution and facilitating chromosome...
Melatonin modified root architecture system and accelerated mineral nutrient concentration of different pepper species under vanadium toxicity
August 2026
Heavy metal contamination has adversely affected crop productivity around the world. Vanadium (V) toxicity is a significant environmental factor that lowers agricultural productivity by inhibiting plant...
ZeEIL1–ZeERF113–ZeMC2 cascade enhances colored calla lily resistance to soft rot through the ethylene signaling pathway
August 2026
Soft rot caused by Pectobacterium carotovorum poses a major threat to the cultivation of colored calla lily (Zantedeschia elliottiana). This study identified ZeERF113 through transcriptome analysis...
Potato StCERK1 is a key regulator of plant immunity against multiple pathogens
August 2026
Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.), the world's third-largest crop, faces significant yield losses due to susceptibility to diverse plant pathogens, impacting global food security. Receptor-like kinases...
CpMYB114-like enhances CpNADP-ME2 expression to induce malate reduction and sugar accumulation during papaya ripening
August 2026
Sugars and organic acids form the core fundamental flavor foundation of ripe papaya fruit. Although R2R3-type v-myb myeloblastosis viral oncogene homolog transcription factors (R2R3-MYB TFs) have been...
Biotechnological advances in combating Fusarium wilt of banana: from pathogen biology to sustainable disease management
August 2026
Fusarium wilt of banana, caused by Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense (Foc), particularly the virulent tropical race 4 (TR4), remains a critical threat to global banana production. Conventional control...
PpERF113–PpbZIP1 complex responses to salicylic acid to control sand pear fruit senescence by regulating PpACO11 expression
Available online 14 August 2026
Ethylene promotes fruit senescence, whereas salicylic acid (SA) has been extensively characterized for its antagonistic effects on this process. However, the molecular link between SA signaling and...
AcbHLH137 and AcMYB12 coordinately regulate kiwifruit flesh pigmentation by fine-tuning the biosynthesis of anthocyanins and proanthocyanidins
Available online 14 August 2026
Anthocyanins and proanthocyanidins are flavonoid compounds that exhibit antioxidant activity and play essential roles in fruit pigmentation. However, the synergistic regulatory mechanisms underlying...
A petunia transcription factor PhWRKY41 modulates flower senescence through reactive oxygen species detoxification
Available online 14 August 2026
Reactive oxygen species (ROS) are essential signaling molecules that induce oxidative damage to various cellular organelles in plants. However, the regulatory mechanisms underlying the ROS-mediated...
Enhancing the coordination between transpiration and photosynthetic systems is key to improving water use efficiency and yield in tomato under different light conditions
Available online 14 August 2026
Plant transpiration and photosynthesis are primarily driven by light, and regulating light to improve crop water use efficiency (WUE) and yield has become a research focus in protected horticulture....
The secret language of flowers: unraveling the genetic, transcriptional, and metabolic pathways of floral volatile organic compounds
Available online 7 August 2026
Angiosperms synthesize diverse volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that facilitate ecological interactions and provide valuable resources for human applications. The primary biochemical pathways responsible...
Systematic identification of GST gene family reveals that MYB10.5b–GST21/51 module contributes to leaf coloration in Prunus mume ‘Meiren’
Available online 4 August 2026
Purple–hued foliage is a highly valued ornamental trait in the commercial cultivation of the woody ornamental Prunus mume ‘Meiren’. Glutathione S–transferase (GST) genes are known mediators of anthocyanin...