MLO — Cucumis sativus

Summary

CSA_3G223310, designated MLO (also known as CsMLO4) in cucumber (Cucumis sativus) on chromosome 3, encodes a calmodulin-binding membrane protein. The gene is associated with cell wall thickening, immune and defense responses, ABA and calcium signaling, signal transduction, and protein synthesis. It has been linked to root thigmomorphogenesis and root gravity response. Studies of related genes in other species connect the family to bacterial wilt susceptibility and light-dependent aberrant root curling on solid surfaces. The product localizes to the membrane and mitochondria.