Abstract
The functions of floral meristem identity genes, such as AP1, have already been identified in model plants with whorled flowers. However, little is known about the floral evocation in plants with spirally arranged parts.
Ranunculus scleratus(Ranunculaceae) is an annual plant whose flowers with spirally arranged stamens and carpels. It can be readily cultivated under laboratory conditions. Therefore, it is a very good target to investigate the early phases of flower development concerning spirally arrangement and numerous floral organs.
In this study, we isolate the and AP1 orthologs from R.scleratus and analyze their expression patterns during the vegetative and reproductive development of R.scleratus to elucidate differences in characteristics of the two genes between spiral and whorled flowers. Additionally, we mention the importance to establish a transformation system for R.scleratus in terms of functional genomics.
