Genome identification of the LRR-RLK gene family in maize (Zea mays) and expression analysis in response to Fusarium verticillioides infection.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Plant leucine-rich repeat receptor-like kinases (LRR-RLKs) are a ubiquitous class of proteins in plants. These receptors are primarily responsible for recognizing pathogen-associated molecular patterns (PAMPs) and are crucial for regulating plant growth, development, and immune responses. Fusarium verticillioides, a significant maize pathogen, causes diseases such as ear rot and stalk rot. However, the expression patterns of LRR-RLK in maize following F. verticillioides infection remain unclear.

Results

A total of 205 maize LRR-RLK gene family members from 15 subfamilies were identified. The gene structures, physicochemical properties, and conserved motifs of these LRR-RLKs were thoroughly analyzed. Co-expression analysis of the LRR-RLK genes suggested that the ge

SUBMITTER: Gao Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12023693 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature