Betula platyphylla glucosyltransferase BpGT14;6 is essential for cell wall development and stress response
November 2025
Glycosyltransferases (GTs) constitute a diverse family of synthetic polysaccharides with important roles in plant growth and development. This study characterized the GT14 family gene BpGT14;6 of birch...
A feedback loop comprising RhMYB114 and RhMYB16 regulates anthocyanin accumulation and tissue acidification in Rosa hybrida
November 2025
Coloration in rose (Rosa hybrida) petals is primarily determined by anthocyanin accumulation in vacuoles, and vacuolar acidification plays a central role in controlling the accumulation of this pigment....
Genetic dissection of Phytophthora capsici resistance in Capsicum annuum by genome-wide association mapping and fine mapping
November 2025
Phytophthora capsici Leonian is a destructive pathogen that affects pepper production worldwide. Resistance breeding has been proposed as the most efficient and eco-friendly management strategy for...
Characterization of three novel R2R3-MYB transcription factors PrMYBi(1–3) repressing the anthocyanin biosynthesis in tree peony
November 2025
Petal blotch is a prevalent pigmentation pattern observed in the Xibei tree peony (Paeonia rockii), possessing significant aesthetic value and playing a crucial role in the species' reproduction and...
A simple and efficient transient expression system for protoplasts in Capsicum annuum and Nicotiana benthamiana
November 2025
Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is one of the most important horticultural crops worldwide, which makes the development of an effective protoplast system for transient gene expression highly significant. Typically,...
Gap-free, haplotype-resolved genome assembly reveals allele-specific expression and fruit color regulation in coconut
Available online 29 November 2025
HD-ZIP transcription factors: Pivotal regulators of plant reproductive development
Available online 29 November 2025
The HD-ZIP gene family, a group of plant-specific transcription factors, plays pivotal regulatory roles in various aspects of plant growth and development. Accumulating evidence has demonstrated the...
An insertion of transposon in Tepi gene confers male sterility of marigold
Available online 29 November 2025
The Asteraceae family has achieved considerable progress through the implementation of hybridization techniques. However, the special complex capitulum of its members severely hinders the breeding process....
SlSWEET5a and SlSWEET5b Redundantly Regulate Early Fruit Development by Mediating Sugar Transport in Tomato
Available online 29 November 2025
Combined dynamics of physiological and transcriptome analysis reveal key molecular networks of Ca2+-regulated radial growth of radish taproots
Available online 28 November 2025
Calcium (Ca2+) is crucial for maintaining edible organ productivity and quality in vegetable crops. In agricultural production, radish taproot growth is influenced by Ca2+ availability, however, the...
Comparative transcriptome analysis reveals EjWRKY33 acts as a positive regulator of resistance against Colletotrichum fructicola through salicylic acid signalling
Available online 27 November 2025
Loquat (Eriobotrya japonica) anthracnose, caused by Colletotrichum fructicola, affects multiple loquat tissues and leads to serious economic losses. In particular, foliar infections compromise not only...
Epigenetics and Epigenomics Studies in Horticultural Plants
Available online 27 November 2025
Epigenetics and epigenomics have emerged as critical fields in plant biology, offering insights into the regulation of gene expression in plants in response to environmental stimuli without changes...
Triterpenoid biosynthesis and transcriptional regulation in horticultural crops
Available online 26 November 2025
Triterpenoids (or triterpenes), accumulated in horticultural crops as well as other plants, are natural active compounds that protect plants against both biotic and abiotic invasions. Moreover, with...
High-quality genome assembly of autotetraploid Verbena bonariensis sheds light on flower color development
Available online 21 November 2025
Verbena bonariensis L., known for its vibrant purple inflorescences, is widely valued in ornamental gardening and ecological landscaping. However, the absence of a high-quality reference genome has...
Unveiling clonal and intra-varietal diversity in Apulia’s representative grape varieties
Available online 21 November 2025
The Apulian wine industry, a cornerstone of Italian viticulture, benefits from the great genetic diversity of local grape varieties that are closely linked to the traditional and cultural heritage of...
Genome-wide association study reveals candidate genes for flowering and dormancy traits in peach
Available online 21 November 2025
Global warming poses a threat to temperate perennial crop species that perceive and utilize winter chilling for synchronizing their dormancy/growth periods with cyclic seasonal variations in temperature,...
The ubiquitin symphony: E3 ligases as key conductors in the orchestra of growth and stress responses in fruits and vegetables
Available online 21 November 2025
Fruits and vegetables undergo various regulatory mechanisms during growth, development, postharvest process and stress responses, all of which are crucial to their quality. An important mechanism involves...
SlRBP1 induces target RNA structure remodeling in tomato
Available online 19 November 2025
The secondary structure of RNA (RSS) plays a pivotal role in gene regulation. RNA-binding proteins (RBPs) dynamically alter RSS, thereby orchestrating various post-transcriptional regulatory processes,...
RroxbHLH91 positively regulates multiple genes involved in the accumulation of L-ascorbic acid
Available online 17 November 2025
Rosa roxburghii fruit is rich in nutrients, particularly L-ascorbic acid (AsA). Although the molecular mechanisms involved in AsA accumulation in R. roxburghii have been increasingly explored, its transcriptional...
Synergistic mechanism of corn steep liquor and myo-inositol co-application in alleviating salt stress in Chinese cabbage
Available online 15 November 2025
Genome-Wide Identification and Functional Characterization Reveal Four LRR-RLPs Mediating Valsa Canker Resistance in Apple (Malus domestica)
Available online 8 November 2025
Apple Valsa canker caused by the pathogenic fungus Valsa mali poses a significant threat to apple production, highlighting the importance of identifying disease-resistance-related genes. Plant leucine-rich...
The RhAIL5-RhSCL2 module plays a crucial role in regulating adventitious root formation in Rosa hybrida
Available online 6 November 2025
Rosa hybrida is a flower of significant economic and cultural importance worldwide. The capacity for adventitious root development in rose cuttings is a critical factor limiting the propagation of superior...
CsWRKY57L enhances freezing tolerance through flavonoid accumulation and modulates growth via SWEETs in tea plants
Available online 5 November 2025
Tea plant (Camellia sinensis (L.) O. Kuntze) is a cold-sensitive leaf-harvesting crop whose growth, yield, and processed tea quality are all inhibited by low temperatures. Therefore, identifying the...
PpWRKY23 modulates hydrogen peroxide contents to inhibit flesh browning in peach
Available online 4 November 2025
Browning is a significant issue in fresh-cut peach fruits, leading to nutrient loss, flavor deterioration, and reduced consumer acceptance. Despite its economic importance, the molecular mechanisms...
Impact of the combined application of β-cyclocitric acid and mycorrhizal inoculum on tomato response to water deficit
Available online 4 November 2025
Apocarotenoids are metabolites derived from the oxidative breakdown of carotenoids and are known to modulate molecular and biochemical responses that help plants overcome the adverse effects of abiotic...