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ZmYSL2 affects the physiological function of iron deficiency in maize.

Yikai Wang, Hongmei Hu, Binyang Li, Shuhao Zhang, Lisong Liu, Jingxiao Qi, Wei Zhao, Yulu Su, Yarong Wang, Jin Liu and 8 more

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Yikai Wang *Institute of Crop Science, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing, 100080, China.
Hongmei Hu *Clinical Medical College & Affiliated Hospital, North Sichuan Medical College, Nanchong, 637100, Sichuan, China.
Binyang LiMaize Research Institute, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, 611130, Sichuan, China.
Shuhao ZhangMaize Research Institute, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, 611130, Sichuan, China.
Lisong LiuMaize Research Institute, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, 611130, Sichuan, China.
Jingxiao QiMaize Research Institute, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, 611130, Sichuan, China.
Wei ZhaoMaize Research Institute, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, 611130, Sichuan, China.
Yulu SuMaize Research Institute, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, 611130, Sichuan, China.
Yarong WangMaize Research Institute, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, 611130, Sichuan, China.
Jin LiuMaize Research Institute, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, 611130, Sichuan, China.
Dan LiuMaize Research Institute, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, 611130, Sichuan, China.
Ling WuMaize Research Institute, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, 611130, Sichuan, China.
Xiao ZhangMaize Research Institute, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, 611130, Sichuan, China.
Bowen LuoMaize Research Institute, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, 611130, Sichuan, China.
Shiqiang GaoMaize Research Institute, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, 611130, Sichuan, China.
Duojiang GaoMaize Research Institute, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, 611130, Sichuan, China.
Shihai ZhuoTechnology Innovation Center Co., LTD., Sichuan Modern Seed Industry Group, Chengdu, 611130, Sichuan, China.
Shibin GaoMaize Research Institute, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, 611130, Sichuan, China. shibingao@163.com.

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conclusionIron deficiency resulted in reduced sensitivity of the enhanced iron tolerance in maize o213 mutants, affecting pigment synthesis, photosynthesis parameters, sugar content, and iron distribution, with variable expression of the YSL gene. Iron (Fe) is a vital trace element for the growth and development of plants. A deficiency of this element results in the formation of yellow leaves. The present study demonstrated that a mutation in the ZmYSL2 gene resulted in reduced sensitivity of o213 mutant maize seedlings to Fe deficiency. The mutation resulted in a reduction in the content of photosynthetic pigments in the leaves, particularly carotenoids, and a decline in photosynthetic parameters. However, it is noteworthy that the soluble sugar content was increased. The mutant displayed increased iron accumulation in the roots and decreased accumulation in the shoots, accompanied by elevated iron content in the sap of the phloem. The expression pattern of the ZmYSL2 gene demonstrated a correlation between its expression level and the iron deficiency phenotype. In conclusion, the results of this study demonstrate that the ZmYSL2 gene plays a crucial physiological role in enabling maize to adapt to an iron-deficient environment.

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IronIron DeficienciesPlant ProteinsZea maysCarotenoidsGene Expression Regulation, PlantMutationPhotosynthesisPlant LeavesPlant RootsSeedlingsCarotenoidsIronPlant ProteinsIron deficiency adaptationPhysiological functionZea mays L.ZmYSL2

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PMID40240589

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