BMC Plant BiologyPub Date : 2025-02-18DOI: 10.1186/s12870-025-06195-5
Marie-Christine Carpentier, Anne-Elodie Receveur, Adrien Cadoudal, Rémy Merret
{"title":"Regulation of co-translational mRNA decay by PAP and DXO1 in Arabidopsis.","authors":"Marie-Christine Carpentier, Anne-Elodie Receveur, Adrien Cadoudal, Rémy Merret","doi":"10.1186/s12870-025-06195-5","DOIUrl":"10.1186/s12870-025-06195-5","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>mRNA decay is central in the regulation of mRNA homeostasis in the cell. The recent discovery of a co-translational mRNA decay pathway (also called CTRD) has changed our understanding of the mRNA decay process. This pathway has emerged as an evolutionarily conversed mechanism essential for specific physiological processes in eukaryotes, especially in plants. In Arabidopsis, this pathway is targeted mainly by the exoribonuclease XRN4. However, the details of the molecular regulation of this pathway are still unclear.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>In this study, we first tested the role of the 3'-phosphoadenosine 5'-phosphate (PAP), an inhibitor of exoribonucleases in the regulation of CTRD. Using 5'Pseq approach, we discovered that FRY1 inactivation impaired XRN4-CTRD activity. Based on this finding, we demonstrated that exogenous PAP treatment stabilizes CTRD mRNA targets. Furthermore, we also tested the implication of the exoribonuclease DXO1 in CTRD regulation. We found that DXO1, another exoribonuclease sensitive to PAP, is also involved in the CTRD pathway, probably by targeting NAD<sup>+</sup>-capped mRNAs. DXO1 specifically targets mRNAs linked to stress response.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Our study provides further insights into the regulation of CTRD in Arabidopsis and demonstrates that other exoribonucleases can be implicated in this pathway.</p>","PeriodicalId":9198,"journal":{"name":"BMC Plant Biology","volume":"25 1","pages":"223"},"PeriodicalIF":4.3,"publicationDate":"2025-02-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11834196/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143448221","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
BMC Plant BiologyPub Date : 2025-02-18DOI: 10.1186/s12870-025-06209-2
Xin Liu, Yuewen Chen, Bo Yuan, Miao Peng, Yushuang Zhao, Tong Chen, Jiawei Lu, Feifei Li, Xiaopeng Lu, Junfeng Yang
{"title":"Identification of the citrus GRF gene family and its expression in fruit peel thickening mediated by gibberellin.","authors":"Xin Liu, Yuewen Chen, Bo Yuan, Miao Peng, Yushuang Zhao, Tong Chen, Jiawei Lu, Feifei Li, Xiaopeng Lu, Junfeng Yang","doi":"10.1186/s12870-025-06209-2","DOIUrl":"10.1186/s12870-025-06209-2","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Growth-regulating factors (GRFs) play a crucial role in plant growth and development, particularly in cell division and expansion. Citrus fruit cracking, a prevalent issue, adversely impacts both yield and fruit quality. Gibberellins (GAs) are known to ameliorate citrus fruit cracking by inducing thicker peel formation, which is attributed to cell division and expansion. However, the mechanistic link between gibberellins and citrus peel thickening, and whether this process is mediated by GRF genes regulation, has not been definitively established.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>In this study, 8 CsGRFs (Citrus sinensis), 11 CcGRFs (Citrus clementina), and 8 CgGRFs (Citrus grandis) were identified from the citrus genome which divided into six clusters, with the genes of the same cluster sharing similar gene structures. Cis-elements analysis revealed that the promoter regions of GRF genes contained numerous hormone-responsive elements. Tissue expression profiles showed that CsGRF genes had higher expression levels in young tissues, including early fruit tissues, one-year-leaf, ovules, and root tips. RNA-seq and qPCR analyses revealed that the expression levels of CsGRF3, 4, 7, and 8 were significantly regulated in response to GA<sub>3</sub> treatment. Notably, CsGRF8 was the most significantly induced by GA<sub>3</sub> and highly expressed in the early stages of peel development. These findings indicate gibberellins may exert regulatory effects on peel development through the induction of CsGRF genes.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This study systematically analyzed the characteristics of the citrus GRF gene family, as well as the changes in citrus peel thickness and the expression patterns of CsGRF genes under gibberellin treatment. These findings provide valuable insights for advancing research on the role of CsGRF genes in regulating citrus peel development, which could help reduce the occurrence of fruit cracking.</p><p><strong>Clinical trial number: </strong>Not applicable.</p>","PeriodicalId":9198,"journal":{"name":"BMC Plant Biology","volume":"25 1","pages":"216"},"PeriodicalIF":4.3,"publicationDate":"2025-02-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11834597/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143448212","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The combined application of swine manure and straw strips to the field can promote the decomposition of corn straw in \"broken skin yellow\" of black soil.","authors":"Shuang Zheng, JingYing Liu, Liming Sun, Jinggui Wu","doi":"10.1186/s12870-025-06206-5","DOIUrl":"10.1186/s12870-025-06206-5","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Straw return is widely acknowledged as a crucial strategy for enhancing soil fertility and increasing crop yields. However, the continuous addition of straw, its slow decomposition, and retention can hinder crop growth. Therefore, it is essential to elucidate the characteristics of the crop straw decomposition. This study aims to explore the alterations in straw decomposition rates, as well as the content and structure of organic components, under the combined application of swine manure and corn straw in the broken skin yellow soil of black soil over time. The findings revealed that the straw decomposition rates in all treatments increased rapidly in the early stage, gradually slowed down and stabilized in the later stage. The decomposition rates of cellulose and hemicellulose were generally consistent with those of straw, while lignin decomposed more rapidly in the middle and later stages. Notably, the decomposition rate of straw and its components was significantly higher under the combined application of swine manure and biochar compared to other treatments, with decomposition rates of straw, cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin recorded at: 66.16%, 63.38%, 61.16% and 47.96%, respectively, after 360 days. This treatment exhibited the most substantial damage to the apparent structure of corn straw over time, and it resulted in lower C/N ratios and the most pronounced decrease in the intensity of absorption peaks. Among all the treatments, the alkyl carbon/alkoxy carbon ratio was highest in the SCZ treatment, indicating that the addition of swine manure and biochar can significantly enhance straw decomposition. Correlation analysis revealed that the decomposition rates of straw, cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin were significantly and positively correlated with the rates of alkyl carbon, aromatic carbon, and phenolic carbon in the organic functional groups of straw residues, and significantly negatively correlated with alkoxy carbon. The study suggested that the combined application of straw, swine manure and biochar in the field can effectively promote the decomposition of corn straw. Our findings provided insights into the efficient utilization of various exogenous conditioners, serving as a scientific basis for accelerating straw decomposition and enhancing nutrient utilization.</p>","PeriodicalId":9198,"journal":{"name":"BMC Plant Biology","volume":"25 1","pages":"218"},"PeriodicalIF":4.3,"publicationDate":"2025-02-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11834206/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143448286","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
BMC Plant BiologyPub Date : 2025-02-18DOI: 10.1186/s12870-025-06054-3
Zhiyong Li, Jian Li, Zufei Shu, Min Xu, Yingming Zhang, Jingyu Gu, Jianbing Chen, Xiaowen Li, Meina Wang
{"title":"Comparative metabolomic analysis provides insights into the metabolite profiles of wild and cultivated Dendrobium flexicaule.","authors":"Zhiyong Li, Jian Li, Zufei Shu, Min Xu, Yingming Zhang, Jingyu Gu, Jianbing Chen, Xiaowen Li, Meina Wang","doi":"10.1186/s12870-025-06054-3","DOIUrl":"10.1186/s12870-025-06054-3","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Dendrobium orchids (Dendrobium spp.) are valuable medicinal and attractive ornamental plants. Due to their limited wild resources, the size of the Dendrobium spp. population required for market demand primarily depends on artificial cultivation. However, the nutritional and therapeutic value of natural products may differ as growth conditions change. In this study, we profiled metabolites from wild and cultivated Dendrobium flexicaule (D. flexicaule) to explore the variations and interrelationships among bioactive components.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 840 annotated metabolites were discovered, 231 of which differed significantly between wild and cultivated D. flexicaule. A comparative investigation found that the types and amounts of metabolites, particularly flavonoids, lipids, amino acids and their derivatives, varied between wild and cultivated D. flexicaule. Using metabolite correlation analysis, a series of differentially abundant metabolites were found to be significantly correlated with phytohormones such as abscisic acid (ABA), salicylic acid (SA), and zeatins, indicating that plant hormones play a role in the accumulation of specific metabolites. Furthermore, many distinct metabolites were identified as key active ingredients of traditional Chinese medicines. Additionally, 78 components were discovered to be active pharmaceutical substances against various diseases, probably contributing to the diverse medical values of wild and cultivated D. flexicaule.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Overall, comprehensively analyzed the metabolic profiles of wild and cultivated D. flexicaule in this study, serving as a theoretical and material foundation for quality control, health efficacy, and industrial development.</p>","PeriodicalId":9198,"journal":{"name":"BMC Plant Biology","volume":"25 1","pages":"217"},"PeriodicalIF":4.3,"publicationDate":"2025-02-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11834277/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143448135","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Transcriptomic and metabolomic study of the biosynthetic pathways of bioactive components in Amomum tsaoko fruits.","authors":"Dengli Luo, Yingmin Zhang, Ling Jin, Xien Wu, Congwei Yang, Ticao Zhang, Guodong Li","doi":"10.1186/s12870-025-06239-w","DOIUrl":"10.1186/s12870-025-06239-w","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Amomum tsaoko is a significant medicinal and edible plant with documented efficacy in the treatment of various diseases. Additionally, it is a crucial food additive and spice. 1,8-cineole and curcumin are the main bioactive compounds of A. tsaoko, and research on these compounds has mainly focused on their chemical composition and pharmacological activity, with relatively less exploration of synthetic pathways and identification of key genes. This study employed transcriptome sequencing and metabolomic analysis of A. tsaoko at five different developmental stages (May fruit - September fruit) to assess the accumulation patterns of terpenoid and curcuminoid compounds and to explore the key genes and transcription factors (TFs) involved in their synthesis pathways. The results showed that three genes encoding 1-deoxy-D-xylulose-5-phosphate synthase (DXS), hydroxymethylglutaryl-CoA synthase (HMGCS) and phosphomevalonate kinase (mvaK2) and TFs such as AP2-ERF, bHLH, WRKY were screened for involvement in terpenoid biosynthesis. In addition, three genes encoding trans-cinnamate 4-monooxygenase (C4H), curcumin synthase (CURS) and TFs such as MYB, bHLH, bZIP were screened for involvement in curcuminoid biosynthesis. This study provides a theoretical foundation for further research into the biosynthesis of active components in A. tsaoko, establishing a basis for in-depth investigations into the mechanisms underlying its medicinal quality formation. Additionally, it offers guidance for the utilisation of its aromatic components and natural pigments.</p>","PeriodicalId":9198,"journal":{"name":"BMC Plant Biology","volume":"25 1","pages":"212"},"PeriodicalIF":4.3,"publicationDate":"2025-02-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11834249/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143448288","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
BMC Plant BiologyPub Date : 2025-02-17DOI: 10.1186/s12870-025-06231-4
Ghasem Eghlima, Bahareh Saeed-Abadi, Ali Sonboli, Hassan Rezadoost, Mohammad Hossein Mirjalili
{"title":"Phenotypic yield-attributed traits, essential oil content and composition of Iranian Grammosciadium platycarpum (Apiaceae) populations: a rich source of (S)-(+)-linalool.","authors":"Ghasem Eghlima, Bahareh Saeed-Abadi, Ali Sonboli, Hassan Rezadoost, Mohammad Hossein Mirjalili","doi":"10.1186/s12870-025-06231-4","DOIUrl":"10.1186/s12870-025-06231-4","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>(S)-(+)-linalool is a non-cyclic oxygenated monoterpene which is very useful and widely used in the cosmetic industries, especially in the production of perfume and cologne. Thus, due to the high commercial value and high demand, the search for new plant sources rich in (S)-(+)-linalool in agricultural systems to develop the business of this compound is of great interest. This investigation focused on the diversity of phenotypic yield and phytochemical traits in Grammosciadium platycarpum populations collected from fourteen geographical regions in Iran. The goal was to identify the essential compounds and select the best populations for domestication, cultivation, and future breeding programs. The highest coefficient of variation was observed in the umbrellas per plant, plant length, internode length, leaf width, number of lateral branches, and essential oil yield (EOY). The shoot dry weight ranged from 27.15 to 41.56 (g/plant) and the fruit dry weight from 9.23 to 20.80 (g/plant) among different populations, which was observed in the QOR population. The fruit of the plant was employed to extract and determine the content plus constituents of the essential oil. The essential oil content (EOC) exhibited a extend from 0.81 to 1.63%. MAQ population indicated the maximum and OSH population revealed the minimum EOC. The highest EOY (0.228 g/plant) was observed in the MAQ population and the lowest (0.083 g/plant) was related to the MAR population. Based on GC-MS and GC analysis, 91.97 to 99.93% of the essential compounds of different populations of G. platycarpum were identified. According to the results, linalool (65.90-81.62%) and limonene (9.73-15.34%) were the main ingredients of the essential oil profile. Rutin, ferulic acid, and chlorogenic acid were detected as the major phenolic compounds using HPLC. The high diversity observed among different populations of G. platycarpum provides good potential for selecting the best populations and using them in domestication projects, cultivation, and breeding programs.</p>","PeriodicalId":9198,"journal":{"name":"BMC Plant Biology","volume":"25 1","pages":"208"},"PeriodicalIF":4.3,"publicationDate":"2025-02-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11831785/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143439819","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
BMC Plant BiologyPub Date : 2025-02-17DOI: 10.1186/s12870-025-06161-1
Christian W Hertig, Pravinya Devunuri, Twan Rutten, Götz Hensel, Jos H M Schippers, Bruno Müller, Johannes Thiel
{"title":"Genome-wide characterization of two-component system elements in barley enables the identification of grain-specific phosphorelay genes.","authors":"Christian W Hertig, Pravinya Devunuri, Twan Rutten, Götz Hensel, Jos H M Schippers, Bruno Müller, Johannes Thiel","doi":"10.1186/s12870-025-06161-1","DOIUrl":"10.1186/s12870-025-06161-1","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>The two-component system (TCS) serves as a common intracellular signal transduction pathway implicated in various processes of plant development and response to abiotic stress. With regard to the important cereal crop barley, only partial information about the occurrence of TCS signaling elements in the genome and putative functions is available.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>In this study, we identified a total of 67 non-redundant TCS genes from all subgroups of the phosphorelay in the latest barley reference genome. Functional annotation and phylogenetic characterization was combined with a comprehensive gene expression analysis of the signaling components. Expression profiles hint at potential functions in vegetative and reproductive organs and tissue types as well as diverse stress responses. Apparently, a distinct subset of TCS genes revealed a stringent grain-specificity not being expressed elsewhere in the plant. By using laser capture microdissection (LCM)-based transcript analysis of barley grain tissues, we refined expression profiles of selected TCS genes and attributed them to individual cell types within the grain. Distinct TCS elements are exclusively expressed in the different maternal and filial cell types, particularly in the endosperm transfer cell (ETC) region. These genes are deemed to be selected in the domestication process of modern cultivars. Moreover, barley plants transformed with a synthetic sensor (TCSn::GFP) showed a high and specific activity in the ETC region of grains monitoring transcriptional output of the signaling system.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The results provide comprehensive insights into the TCS gene family in the temperate cereal crop barley and indicate implications in various agronomic traits. The dataset is valuable for future research in different aspects of plant development and will be indispensable not only for barley, but also for other crops of the Poaceae.</p>","PeriodicalId":9198,"journal":{"name":"BMC Plant Biology","volume":"25 1","pages":"209"},"PeriodicalIF":4.3,"publicationDate":"2025-02-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11831784/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143439571","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
BMC Plant BiologyPub Date : 2025-02-17DOI: 10.1186/s12870-024-05882-z
G Jadesha, M S Kitturmath, P Mahadevu, Chikkappa G Karjagi, Zahoor Ahmed Dar, H C Lohithaswa, D Deepak
{"title":"Revitalizing maize downy mildew management: harnessing new-generation fungicides and host plant resistance.","authors":"G Jadesha, M S Kitturmath, P Mahadevu, Chikkappa G Karjagi, Zahoor Ahmed Dar, H C Lohithaswa, D Deepak","doi":"10.1186/s12870-024-05882-z","DOIUrl":"10.1186/s12870-024-05882-z","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Maize Downy Mildew (MDM) is a devastating disease in the humid sub-tropical/tropical regions of Asia. In this study, the prevalence of MDM during the rainy Kharif seasons of south Karnataka state (India) ranged between 6.8% (2018) and 19.1% (2022). The research evaluated new fungicidal treatments and assessed the genetic tolerance of maize lines to develop robust management strategies that enhance maize productivity and stability.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>During the Kharif seasons of 2021 and 2022, we conducted field trials to evaluate the effectiveness of six different fungicides, both individually and in combination. The most effective approach combined seed treatment with Metalaxyl (4%) and Mancozeb (64%) WP, followed by a foliar spray of Azoxystrobin (18.2%) and Difenoconazole (11.4%) SC. This treatment reduced MDM incidence by 97.6% and increased maize yield up to 85.6 quintals per hectare, with a benefit-cost ratio of 2.2. Additionally, screening of 317 maize inbred lines in Kharif 2019 identified 22 lines with stable MDM resistance over nine consecutive Rabi and Kharif seasons, indicating their potential for sustained resistance. Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS) analysis revealed significant increases in eighteen phenolic compounds and fifteen flavonoid compounds in resistant maize genotypes. Specifically, resistant genotypes exhibited elevated levels of salicylic acid (4.2 to 9.2-fold), p-Coumaric acid (3.7 to 4.8-fold), o-Coumaric acid (4.5 to 7.4-fold), Caffeic acid (2.4 to 3.1-fold), and Ferulic acid (2.3 to 2.8-fold). Flavonoid levels also increased, with Naringenin ranging from 34.4 µg/g in African Tall to 130 µg/g in MAI 224, Catechin from 22.9 µg/g in African Tall to 124.4 µg/g in MAI 10, and Epicatechin from 1.3 µg/g in African Tall to 8.2 µg/g in MAI 10. These heightened levels contribute to a robust chemical defence mechanism against Peronosclerospora sorghi.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>This study provides crucial insights into managing MDM through host plant resistance and fungicidal treatments. We identified 22 resistant inbred lines as valuable genetic resources for breeding MDM-resistant maize hybrids. Enhanced levels of specific phenolic and flavonoid compounds in these resistant genotypes suggest a robust chemical defence mechanism, essential for developing resilient crops. Our findings offer practical recommendations for improving maize production and ensuring crop security in MDM-affected regions. Integrating these resistant maize lines and effective fungicidal treatments can significantly advance sustainable agricultural practices, contributing to crop resilience and food security in areas prone to MDM.</p>","PeriodicalId":9198,"journal":{"name":"BMC Plant Biology","volume":"25 1","pages":"211"},"PeriodicalIF":4.3,"publicationDate":"2025-02-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11831823/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143439836","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
BMC Plant BiologyPub Date : 2025-02-17DOI: 10.1186/s12870-025-06226-1
Subhashree Subramanyam, Jill A Nemacheck, Taylor E Suetsugu, Rachel D Flynn, Ahmed Faik
{"title":"Genetic and phenotypic responses of temperature-independent Hessian fly-resistant durum wheat to larval attack during heat stress.","authors":"Subhashree Subramanyam, Jill A Nemacheck, Taylor E Suetsugu, Rachel D Flynn, Ahmed Faik","doi":"10.1186/s12870-025-06226-1","DOIUrl":"10.1186/s12870-025-06226-1","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Wheat production is increasingly challenged by the devastating damage caused by insect pests. The advent of global warming is further exacerbating this threat. Hessian fly (Mayetiola destructor), a dipteran gall midge, is a destructive pest of host wheat (Triticum aestivum) having severe economic consequences. Planting wheat cultivars harboring resistance genes is the most effective and economical Hessian fly management strategy. However, heat stress poses a challenge to this strategy, as elevated temperature often breaks down Hessian fly resistance in wheat. Our prior study identified temperature-independent resistant T. turgidum (durum wheat) accessions that maintained resistance to Hessian fly when challenged with an increased temperature of 30 °C. In this study, we carried out follow-up characterization of these durum lines to highlight molecular components involved during Hessian fly resistance or susceptibility in wheat following heat stress.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Temperature-independent resistant durum lines were greater than 70% resistant to multiple Hessian fly biotypes at the elevated temperature of 30 °C. At the molecular level, these lines showed increased transcripts of Hfr-1, a gene encoding an antinutrient lectin, unlike the heat-triggered susceptible durum wheat. The Hessian fly susceptibility-associated biomarker genes were significantly upregulated in the durum wheat with heat-triggered susceptibility at 30 °C, resembling the gene expression profile observed in susceptible wheat. None of these susceptibility-associated genes were differentially expressed in the temperature-independent resistant wheat. Genes involved in oxidative stress and jasmonic acid pathways did not reveal any specific expression pattern attributed to either heat stress or larval feeding. Neutral red staining revealed limited cell wall permeability in the temperature-independent resistant wheat, unlike the heat-triggered susceptible durum plants that were highly permeable similar to a wheat line susceptible to Hessian fly at 20 °C.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Temperature-independent resistant durum wheat lines provided robust resistance to multiple Hessian fly biotypes at higher temperatures. These lines offer a valuable resource for wheat producers for providing resistance following heat stress.</p>","PeriodicalId":9198,"journal":{"name":"BMC Plant Biology","volume":"25 1","pages":"210"},"PeriodicalIF":4.3,"publicationDate":"2025-02-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11831824/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143439539","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
BMC Plant BiologyPub Date : 2025-02-15DOI: 10.1186/s12870-025-06227-0
Heeduk Oh, Molla F Mengist, Guoying Ma, Lara Giongo, Marti Pottorff, Jessica A Spencer, Penelope PerkinsVeazie, Massimo Iorizzo
{"title":"Correction: Unraveling the genetic architecture of blueberry fruit quality traits: major loci control organic acid content while more complex genetic mechanisms control texture and sugar content.","authors":"Heeduk Oh, Molla F Mengist, Guoying Ma, Lara Giongo, Marti Pottorff, Jessica A Spencer, Penelope PerkinsVeazie, Massimo Iorizzo","doi":"10.1186/s12870-025-06227-0","DOIUrl":"10.1186/s12870-025-06227-0","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":9198,"journal":{"name":"BMC Plant Biology","volume":"25 1","pages":"207"},"PeriodicalIF":4.3,"publicationDate":"2025-02-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11829466/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143424775","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}