VP1 — Brassica juncea

Summary

BJUA03G20920S (VP1) on chromosome A03 of Indian mustard (Brassica juncea) encodes a B3 DNA-binding domain transcription factor of the LEC2-like family. The product possesses DNA-binding and transcription factor activity, binds zinc, and localises to both the nucleus and cytoplasm. This gene is associated with seed development, abscisic acid (ABA) signalling and response, photoperiodism and flower development, as well as the regulation of DNA-templated transcription. It is associated with seed width, length, weight and size. Studies of related genes in other species link the family to additional aspects of seed maturation and ABA-mediated processes.