ARF3 — Cicer arietinum

Summary

VfARF3, on chickpea chromosome OX451738.1, encodes a DNA-binding transcription factor with auxin response factor (ARF) and AUX/IAA domains, and also exhibits GTPase activity. The gene is associated with auxin signalling and response, regulation of seed size and development, reproductive structure development, and lateral root development. It has been connected to numerous traits including anther and carpel morphology, floral organ development, fruit quality, leaf area, root morphology, seed coat colour and pattern, carotenoid content, total soluble sugar content, plant growth and development, heterosis, and the vegetative-to-reproductive phase transition. The encoded protein localises to the nucleus, cytoplasm, Golgi stack, and plasma membrane. Related genes in other species are linked to gynoecium patterning, leaf polarity, organ regeneration, phase change, and drought tolerance.