LEG — Cicer arietinum

Summary

VfLEG, located on chickpea chromosome OX451740.1, encodes a protein with nutrient reservoir activity, toxin activity, alpha-amylase inhibitor activity, IgE and IgG binding, and endopeptidase activity (EC 3.4.22.34). It belongs to the 11S seed storage protein family and contains cupin and legumain domains. The gene is associated with seed maturation and development, protein storage in the protein storage vacuole, cotyledon development, nodulation, and pre-harvest sprouting. It is linked to traits including seed yield, soluble protein content, plant height, flowering time, leaf senescence, photosynthetic rate, root morphology, drought tolerance, cytokinin content, and stomatal opening. Related genes in other species are linked to cytokinin perception, leaf longevity, and vascular development.