Gene Details:

  • Gene ID:
  • Gene Symbol: StWRKY1
  • Gene Name: WRKY DNA binding protein 1
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  • Species: Solanum tuberosum

Functional Descriptions:

  • Transcription factor StWRKY1 regulates phenylpropanoid metabolites conferring late blight resistance in potato.
  • This paper provides compelling evidence on the functionality of StWRKY1 transcription factor, in a compatible interaction of potato–Phytophthora infestans, to extend our knowledge on the regulation of the metabolic pathway genes leading to strengthening the secondary cell wall.
  • The StWRKY1 gene in resistant potato was silenced to decipher its role in the regulation of phenylpropanoid pathway genes to strengthen the secondary cell wall.
  • Silencing of the StWRKY1 gene was associated with signs of reduced late blight resistance by significantly increasing the pathogen biomass and decreasing the abundance of HCAAs.
  • This study provides convincing evidence on the role of StWRKY1 in the regulation of downstream genes to biosynthesize HCAAs, which are deposited to reinforce secondary cell walls.

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