WRI — Brassica juncea

Summary

BJUA07G18680S (BjWRI) encodes a transcription factor containing an AP2/ERF domain, with DNA-binding and transcription regulatory activity. It is associated with the regulation of seed development, lipogenesis, triglyceride and starch biosynthesis, and glycolytic process control. The gene is linked to seed oil accumulation, fatty acid content, seed weight, size, and maturation, as well as grain yield, sugar and starch content. BjWRI has been connected to cellular responses to drought and salinity, adventitious root development, and responses to red/far-red and blue light signaling. It localizes to the nucleus, cytosol, and ubiquitin ligase complexes. Studies of related genes in other species link the family to seed oil biosynthesis, lipid content, and fatty acid composition.