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ArticleBMC genomics2026

Identification, evolutionary diversification, and stress response roles of SmLACSs in Salix matsudana.

Hui Wei, Hui Wang, Hanchun Jiang, Jiyu Wang, Chang Zhou, Guoyuan Liu, Bolin Lian, Fei Zhong, Jian Shi, Jian Zhang

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Hui Wei *Key Laboratory of Landscape Plant Genetics and Breeding, School of Life Sciences, Nantong University, Nantong, Jiangsu, 226001, China.
Hui Wang *Key Laboratory of Landscape Plant Genetics and Breeding, School of Life Sciences, Nantong University, Nantong, Jiangsu, 226001, China.
Hanchun JiangKey Laboratory of Landscape Plant Genetics and Breeding, School of Life Sciences, Nantong University, Nantong, Jiangsu, 226001, China.
Jiyu WangKey Laboratory of Landscape Plant Genetics and Breeding, School of Life Sciences, Nantong University, Nantong, Jiangsu, 226001, China.
Chang ZhouKey Laboratory of Landscape Plant Genetics and Breeding, School of Life Sciences, Nantong University, Nantong, Jiangsu, 226001, China.
Guoyuan LiuKey Laboratory of Landscape Plant Genetics and Breeding, School of Life Sciences, Nantong University, Nantong, Jiangsu, 226001, China.
Bolin LianKey Laboratory of Landscape Plant Genetics and Breeding, School of Life Sciences, Nantong University, Nantong, Jiangsu, 226001, China.
Fei ZhongKey Laboratory of Landscape Plant Genetics and Breeding, School of Life Sciences, Nantong University, Nantong, Jiangsu, 226001, China.
Jian ShiAnalysis and Testing Center, Nantong University, Nantong, China.
Jian ZhangKey Laboratory of Landscape Plant Genetics and Breeding, School of Life Sciences, Nantong University, Nantong, Jiangsu, 226001, China. yjnkyy@ntu.edu.cn.

Funding

Basic Research Program of Jiangsu Province BK20250951Basic Research Project of Nantong JC2023104Jiangsu Province College Students' Innovation and Entrepreneurship Training Program 202410304106Y
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Abstract

Understanding the mechanisms underlying plant stress tolerance is crucial for improving plant resilience, particularly under challenging environmental conditions. This study investigates the role of long-chain acyl-CoA synthetases in Salix matsudana (SmLACSs), focusing on their evolutionary relationships, functional characterization, and response to environmental stresses. Through a comprehensive analysis, 25 SmLACSs were identified, classified into seven distinct clades, with Clade VII representing a newly discovered subfamily in willow. Evolutionary analysis revealed that segmental duplication and whole-genome duplication were key mechanisms for the expansion of SmLACSs. Kyoto encyclopedia of genes and genomes (KEGG) enrichment analysis further indicated that SmLACSs play a role in lipid metabolism, cuticle formation, and stress response pathways. Using RNA-seq and qRT-PCR, differential expression patterns of SmLACSs under salt or submergence stress were observed, highlighting their contribution to stress tolerance, particularly in maintaining cell membrane integrity and lipid homeostasis. These findings provide valuable insights into the roles of SmLACSs in willow’s resilience, and offer potential targets for improving stress tolerance in plants.

Indexed as

Coenzyme A LigasesEvolution, MolecularPlant ProteinsSalixStress, PhysiologicalGene Expression ProfilingGene Expression Regulation, PlantLipid MetabolismLong-Chain-Fatty-Acid-CoA LigasePhylogenyCoenzyme A LigasesLong-Chain-Fatty-Acid-CoA LigasePlant ProteinsSalix Matsudana LACS lipid metabolism salt or submergence stress

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PMID41721228
PMCPMC13032714

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