The WUSCHEL‐related homeobox (WOX) gene family is integral to plant development, governing processes such as embryogenesis, meristem maintenance and organ formation. These genes are distinguished by a ...
Plant regeneration relies on a delicate balance between stem cell renewal and differentiation, yet the evolutionary origin and functional limits of key regulators remain poorly understood. This study ...
The work reveals that a bona fide WUS gene emerged in ferns and demonstrates that regeneration success depends critically on precise control of WUS expression levels. By analyzing 29 plant genomes, ...