Floral homeotic gene encoding a MADS domain protein homologous to SRF transcription factors. Specifies floral meristem and sepal identity. Required for the transcriptional activation of AGAMOUS. Interacts with LEAFY.Binds to promoter and regulates the expression of flowering time genes SVP, SOC1 and AGL24.;MADS-box transcription factor;MADS-box gene