BIP — Phaseolus vulgaris

Summary

PHAVU_003G128800, designated BIP (PvBIP) on chromosome 3 of French bean (Phaseolus vulgaris), encodes a protein with ARF, AUX/IAA, B3 DNA-binding and PB1-like domains, and exhibits DNA-binding transcription factor activity, protein kinase activity, and identical protein binding. The gene is associated with auxin-mediated signaling, response to cyclopentenone, inflorescence meristem growth, root hair cell differentiation, pigmentation, and protein storage. It localizes to the nucleus, cytoplasm, plasma membrane, vesicles, and cell cortex. Associations with traits include seed coat color and pattern, leaf vein morphology, adventitious root number, phototropism, phyllotaxy, plant male sterility, and gibberellin biosynthesis. Phenotypic links include heat stress response, leaf development, lateral root formation, and auxin resistance. Studies of related genes in other species connect the family to lateral root organogenesis, vascular tissue development, and flowering time.