Table 1.
The DNA-binding sequences and main functions of AP2/ERF superfamily.
| Family name | DNA-binding | Main function | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| DREB subfamily | CCGAC | Enhance abiotic stress tolerance | AtCBF1 (low temperature) |
| ZmDREB2A (heat) | |||
| OsDREB1 (drought) | |||
| CaDREBLP1 (high salt) | |||
| ERF subfamily | AGCCGCC | Direct plant defense to abiotic and biotic stress | PR1 to PR5 genes (pathogen) |
| AP37 (salt) | |||
| SNORKEL1 (hypoxic stress) | |||
| AP2 family | GCAC (A/G) N (A/T) TCCC (A/G) ANG (C/T) | Plant development | NsAP2 (plant height and leaf shape) |
| RAV family | CAACA and CACCTG | Mediate plant defense to abiotic and biotic stress | CaRAV1 (high salt and osmotic stress) |
| Soloist family | – | Defense against bacterial pathogens | At4g13040 (Ethylene-responsive) |