Genome-Wide Identification and Expression Profile of <i>Farnesyl Pyrophosphate Synthase</i> (<i>FPS</i>) Gene Family in <i>Euphorbia Hirta</i> L.

ABSTRACT: The biosynthesis of isopentenyl diphosphate (IPP) and dimethylallyl diphosphate (DMAPP), which are essential for sesquiterpenes and triterpenes, respectively, is primarily governed by the mevalonate pathway, wherein farnesyl pyrophosphate synthase (FPS) plays a pivotal role. This study identified eight members of the FPS gene family in Euphorbia hirta, designated EhFPS1-EhFPS8, through bioinformatics analysis, revealing their distribution across several chromosomes and a notable tandem gene cluster. The genes exhibited strong hydrophilic properties and key functional motifs crucial for enzyme activity. An in-depth analysis of the EhFPS genes highlighted their significant involvement in isoprenoid metabolism and lipid biosynthesis, with expression p

SUBMITTER: Bian X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11765665 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature