Transcriptional repression of an ABC transporter gene OfABCG13 by AP2/ERF transcription factor OfERF177 attenuates floral aroma emission in Osmanthus fragrans
Available online 13 March 2026
Emitted volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are important for attracting pollinators and enemies of herbivores as well as critical ornamental traits of horticulture crops. ATP-binding cassette (ABC) transporters...
Piriformospora indica colonization alleviates selenium stress in Broussonetia papyrifera: Insights from transcriptomic approaches and the key role of BpSBP1
Available online 13 March 2026
Broussonetia papyrifera is an emerging forage tree species with significant potential as a selenium-enriched feed resource. However, a high concentration of selenium (Se) can severely inhibit its growth,...
JrWRKY76 negatively regulates JrPTI4-mediated transcription of JrPR1 to affect walnut resistance against bacterial blight
Available online 12 March 2026
Walnut blight (caused by Xanthomonas arboricola pv. Juglandis) considerably threatens walnut production in China. Although PTI transcription factors play crucial roles in plant immunity, their specific...
Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus (CLas)-mediated volatile emissions and salicylic acid-jasmonic acid antagonism alter Asian citrus psyllid behavior in navel orange
Available online 12 March 2026
Citrus huanglongbing arises primarily due to Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus (CLas), transmitted by Asian citrus psyllids (ACP). To investigate the defense mechanisms of citrus against ACP feeding...
LoPIF3 responds to light signals to regulate bulblet sprouting in lily
Available online 10 March 2026
Light is a crucial environmental factor regulating the sprouting of lily bulblets. Bulblets that developed under light conditions entered a germinated state, whereas those that formed in the dark remained...
The Camellia impressinervis genome provides novel insights into the flower coloration and flavor metabolism of Jinhua tea
Available online 10 March 2026
PcLBD16 mediates cell wall remodeling involved in the transcriptional regulatory mechanism underlying adventitious root formation in Prunus cerasifera
Available online 10 March 2026
The difficulty in forming adventitious root (AR) in plums makes it challenging to achieve uniform high–quality rootstocks through asexual propagation. This not only hinders the standardized production...
Involvement of Camellia sinensis AAP3.1 in nitrogen allocation is validated in tea plants and Arabidopsis
Available online 7 March 2026
Amino acids are the primary assimilated form of nitrogen (N) in plants, and their transport and distribution between source and sink organs determine the yield and quality of tea plants (Camellia sinensis...
PlMYB34-PlABI5 synergistically regulate Paeonia lactiflora seed dormancy via ABA metabolism and signaling pathways
Available online 6 March 2026
Paeonia lactiflora Pall. is a valuable ornamental and medicinal plant, but its strong seed dormancy limits breeding efficiency. Abscisic acid (ABA) plays a central role in regulating seed dormancy,...
PtrSNAT38 promotes melatonin synthesis and coordinates multiple hormone crosstalk to enhance drought resistance in citrus: insights from integrated omics analysis
Available online 6 March 2026
Drought stress severely restricts citrus growth and production, making the exploration of drought resistance mechanisms crucial for agricultural sustainability. Melatonin (MT) has emerged as a key regulator...
Signaling pathways mediated by jasmonic acid, ethylene, and IAA jointly regulate tea plant defense against hemibiotrophic fungal pathogens
Available online 6 March 2026
The tea plant, Camellia sinensis (L.) O. Kuntze, a perennial woody crop rich in secondary metabolites, faces severe threats from tea anthracnose (Colletotrichum camelliae). Although omics profiling...
An efficient Eggplant1.6K liquid SNP chip for genetic analysis and marker-assisted selection in eggplant
February 2026
CRISPR/Cas9-mediated dysfunction of pectate lyase MaPL11 enhances postharvest shelf-life in banana
February 2026
MdCAX5 plays a critical role in calcium homeostasis and bitter pit development in apple
February 2026
Bitter Pit (BP) is a prevalent physiological disorder in apple that significantly reduces fruit quality and market value. While numerous studies have investigated the mechanisms underlying BP occurrence,...
PavbHLH102 functions as a positive regulator of anthocyanin biosynthesis in sweet cherry fruit by targeting multiple key genes
February 2026
Anthocyanins play a crucial role in shaping the visual appeal and nutritional quality of fruits. Previous research on anthocyanin biosynthesis in sweet cherry (Prunus avium L.) has primarily relied...
Changes in essential oil-content and composition of Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote’ in response to abscisic acid under irrigation regimes
February 2026
Drought, as the most catastrophic abiotic stress, poses a significant threat to the growth and development of plants. Among the mechanisms employed by plants to cope with drought-induced stress, abscisic...
Genomic insights of leafminer resistance in spinach through GWAS approach and genomic prediction
February 2026
The Leafminers, representing a diverse group of insects from various genera within the Agromyzidae family, pose a significant threat to spinach (Spinacia oleracea L.) production. This study aimed to...
Auxin-mediated regulation of volatile organic compounds in plants
February 2026
Auxin is a phytohormone that is critical for plant growth and development. The molecular mechanisms underlying auxin biosynthesis, transport, and signaling are well understood. However, the complex...
FaMADS6 negatively regulates anthocyanin accumulation in strawberry by inhibiting FaMYB10 expression and ABA biosynthesis
February 2026
Anthocyanins are the main pigments in ripe strawberry fruits. FaMYB10 and abscisic acid (ABA) are the two major regulators of anthocyanin biosynthesis in the maturation process of strawberry fruits....
Nanotechnology in plant tissue culture: a review
February 2026
Plant tissue culture represents an advanced biotechnological technique for propagating and conserving threatened plant species efficiently. This method enables the rapid production of genetically identical...
ClaDREB14 enhances the salt tolerance of watermelon by positively regulating the expression of ClaPOD6
February 2026
Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) is sensitive to salt stress. For breeding applications, it is of great significance to explore the genetic mechanism underlying salt tolerance in watermelon by analyzing...
Seed priming with melatonin enhances chilling stress tolerance in tomato seedlings
February 2026
Seed vigor is critical for uniform germination and emergence, directly influencing subsequent seedling development. This is especially important under both normal and stress conditions that may arise...
Identification of DEAD-box RNA helicase genes in Prunus mume reveals the role of PmDDX39 in cold stress tolerance
February 2026
As a large family of RNA helicases, DEAD-box (DDX) RNA helicases play crucial roles in almost all cellular RNA processing activities. However, the role of the DDX gene family in cold tolerance of mei...
Ascorbate, as a versatile regulator of plant development: practical implications for enhancing crop productivity, quality, and postharvest storage
February 2026
Ascorbate (Asc), commonly known as vitamin C, is a vital molecule for plant growth, development, and stress resilience. It is also known to play a crucial role in various physiological processes, including...