CRTISO — Cucumis melo

Summary

MELO3C016373.2 (symbol CRTISO, preferred name CmCRTISO) on melon chromosome 8 encodes a protein with amine oxidase and FAD/NAD-binding domains, annotated with carotenoid isomerase activity, copper binding and redox activity. The product localises to the chloroplast membrane, plastid and mitochondria, and is associated with carotenoid metabolism and anabolism. In melon, this gene is linked to carotene content, carotenoid content and fruit color. Studies of related genes in other species connect the CRTISO family to fruit flesh color, fruit aroma, lycopene content, anthocyanin content, drought tolerance, root color and parasitic weed interactions, as well as fruit flavor traits.