SKP1 — Medicago truncatula

Summary

MTR_4G017860 (SKP1) in barrel medic (Medicago truncatula) encodes a member of the SKP1 protein family, which contains Skp1 component dimer and POZ domains and binds cullin family proteins. This gene is associated with protein ubiquitination, particularly SCF-dependent proteasomal ubiquitin-dependent protein breakdown, as well as cell cycle, cell division, cell motility, secretion, and homeostasis. It is linked to jasmonic acid (JA) signaling, leaf development, flower development, and organ growth. The encoded protein localizes to both the cytoplasm and nucleus. Associations with leaf size have also been noted. Studies of related genes in other species connect the SKP1 family to similar ubiquitination and developmental processes, though these findings are not yet established for this specific gene.