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ArticleBMC genomics2025

Genome-wide identification and expression analysis of the WRKY gene family in Mikania micrantha.

Zihan Zhang, Mei Ji, Sangzi Ze, Wenzheng Song, Bin Yang, Ning Zhao

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Zihan ZhangCollege of Biological Science and Food Engineering, Southwest Forestry University, Kunming, Yunnan Province, 650224, China.
Mei JiYunnan Academy of Forestry and Grassland, Kunming, Yunnan Province, 650201, China.
Sangzi ZeYunnan Forestry and Grassland Pest Control and Quarantine Bureau, Kunming, Yunnan Province, 650051, China.
Wenzheng SongCollege of Biological Science and Food Engineering, Southwest Forestry University, Kunming, Yunnan Province, 650224, China.
Bin YangKey Laboratory of Forest Disaster Warning and Control of Yunnan Province, Southwest Forestry University, Kunming, Yunnan Province, 650224, China. yangbin48053@swfu.edu.cn.
Ning ZhaoCollege of Biological Science and Food Engineering, Southwest Forestry University, Kunming, Yunnan Province, 650224, China. lijiangzhn@swfu.edu.cn.

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Reserve Programme for Young and Middle-aged Academic and Technical Leaders of Yunnan Province 202405AC350035the National Forestry science and Technology Promotion Project 2019TG026the National Natural Science Foundation of China 32260395
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Abstract

backgroundWRKY transcription factors (TFs) regulate plant responses to environmental stimuli and development, including flowering. Despite extensive research on different species, their role in the invasive plant Mikania micrantha remains to be explored. The aim of this study was to identify and analyze WRKY genes in M. micrantha to understand their function in flowering and adaptation mechanisms.

resultsBy analysing the whole genome of M. micrantha, a total of 77 M. micrantha WRKY (MmWRKY) genes were identified. Based on phylogenetic relationships, sequence alignment, and structural domain diversity, the MmWRKY gene family was preliminarily classified into three major groups and five subgroups: Group I, Group II (II-a, II-b, II-c, II-d, II-e), and Group III. Expression profiles showed tissue-specific expression patterns, with many WRKY genes highly expressed in flowers, indicating potential roles in floral development. Real-time quantitative PCR confirmed that the selected 11 genes were highly expressed in floral tissues, supporting their functional significance in flowering.

conclusionIn this study, 77 WRKY genes were identified in M micrantha, and their phylogenetic relationships, structural domains, and expression patterns across various tissues and organs were comprehensively analyzed. This work provides a foundation for future functional characterization of WRKY genes in M. micrantha, which may contribute to the development of more effective strategies to control its rapid spread.

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Gene Expression Regulation, PlantMikaniaMultigene FamilyPhylogenyTranscription FactorsFlowersGene Expression ProfilingGenome, PlantPlant ProteinsPlant ProteinsTranscription FactorsExpression patternsExpression profileGenome-wide identificationMikania micranthaWRKY

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