CRTISO — Cucumis melo

Summary

MELO3C007827.2 (symbol CRTISO, also known as CmCRTISO) on melon chromosome 9 encodes a protein with a FAD/NAD-binding domain and annotated copper-binding and redox activities. The gene is associated with carotenoid metabolism and carotenoid anabolism, and its product localizes to plastids and mitochondria. In melon, CRTISO has been connected to carotene content, carotenoid content, and fruit color. Studies of related genes in other species link the CRTISO family to fruit flesh color, fruit aroma, lycopene content, anthocyanin content, root color, fruit flavor, drought tolerance, and parasitic weed interactions.