EREBP — Brassica oleracea var. botrytis

Summary

BoEREBP (EREBP) on cauliflower chromosome 4 encodes a DNA-binding transcription factor containing an AP2/ERF domain, placing it in the ERF transcription factor family. It is associated with sequence-specific DNA binding and transcription cis-regulatory region binding, and localises to the nucleus and protoplasm. The gene is associated with regulation of ethylene-mediated signalling, defence responses, stress responses, fruit ripening, seed development, triglyceride anabolism, and nitric oxide storage. BoEREBP is linked to herbivory defence and insect resistance. Studies of related genes in other species connect the family to cadmium tolerance, lateral root emergence, ABA sensitivity, and drought tolerance, while broader sequence similarity links the family to carotenoid content and seed maturation.