Plant SABATH Methyltransferases: Diverse Functions, Unusual Reaction Mechanisms and Complex Evolution

Wang, Weijiao; Guo, Hong; Bowman, John L.; Chen, Feng

doi:10.1080/07352689.2024.2335016

Critical Reviews in Plant Sciences

2024

DOI: 10.1080/07352689.2024.2335016

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Plant SABATH Methyltransferases: Diverse Functions, Unusual Reaction Mechanisms and Complex Evolution

Weijiao Wang,

Hong Guo,

John L. Bowman

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Function and Evolution of the Plant MES Family of Methylesterases

Chaffin,

Wang,

Chen

et al. 2024

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Land plant evolution has been marked by numerous genetic innovations, including novel catalytic reactions. Plants produce various carboxyl methyl esters using carboxylic acids as substrates, both of which are involved in diverse biological processes. The biosynthesis of methyl esters is catalyzed by SABATH methyltransferases, and understanding of this family has broadened in recent years. Meanwhile, the enzymes catalyzing demethylation—known as methylesterases (MESs)—have received less attention. Here, we present a comprehensive review of the plant MES family, focusing on known biochemical and biological functions, and evolution in the plant kingdom. Thirty-two MES genes have been biochemically characterized, with substrates including methyl esters of plant hormones and several other specialized metabolites. One characterized member demonstrates non-esterase activity, indicating functional diversity in this family. MES genes regulate biological processes, including biotic and abiotic defense, as well as germination and root development. While MES genes are absent in green algae, they are ubiquitous among the land plants analyzed. Extant MES genes belong to three groups of deep origin, implying ancient gene duplication and functional divergence. Two of these groups have yet to have any characterized members. Much remains to be uncovered about the enzymatic functions, biological roles, and evolution of the MES family.

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Function and Evolution of the Plant MES Family of Methylesterases

Chaffin,

Wang,

Chen

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Plant SABATH Methyltransferases: Diverse Functions, Unusual Reaction Mechanisms and Complex Evolution

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