A novel two-component hybrid molecule regulates vascular morphogenesis of the Arabidopsis root.

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The developmental ontogeny of the vascular system (consisting of xylem, phloem and [pro]cambium) is poorly understood despite its central role in plant physiology. We show that in the Arabidopsis root meristem, xylem cell lineages are specified early, whereas phloem and procambium are established through a set of asymmetric cell divisions. These divisions require the WOODEN LEG (WOL) gene. The WOL gene encodes a novel two-component signal transducer with an unusual tandem arrangement of two receiver domains. It is expressed specifically in the vasculature from the early stages of embryogenesis on, consistent with a role as a sensor for vascular morphogenesis.

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Duke Authors

Benfey, Philip N.

Cited Authors

Mähönen, AP; Bonke, M; Kauppinen, L; Riikonen, M; Benfey, PN; Helariutta, Y

Published Date

December 2000

Published In

Genes & Development

Volume / Issue

14 / 23

Start / End Page

2938 - 2943

PubMed ID

11114883

Pubmed Central ID

PMC317089

Electronic International Standard Serial Number (EISSN)

1549-5477

International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)

0890-9369

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1101/gad.189200

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