G2 — Sorghum bicolor

Summary

SORBI_3009G236100, also known as SbG2, encodes a 3-ketoacyl-CoA synthase (EC 2.3.1.199) belonging to the FAE1-type polyketide synthase family, with a thiolase-like domain. This membrane-localized enzyme is associated with wax anabolism, anthocyanin anabolism, fatty acid anabolism, pigmentation, nitrogen fixation, UV protection, and NO storage. Studies of related genes in other species connect the family to cuticular wax formation and stress responses.