Abstract: New ACC synthase genes from pineapple are disclosed which have utility as targets for the generation of transgenic plants in which the expression of ACC synthase is substantially controlled to effect the regulation of plant development, and, in particular, initiation of natural flowering.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
May 1, 1997
Date of Patent:
February 27, 2001
Assignees:
The University of Queensland, Golden Circle Limited, The State of Queensland