Structural highlights
Function
IPO_IPOBA Lectin involved in defense reactions of the leaves in response to wounding by herbivorous insects and pathogens (Probable). Retards the growth and development of silkworm thus reducing their survival rates. Has hemagglutinating activity against human erythrocytes (Ref.4).[1]
References
- ↑ Chang WC, Liu KL, Hsu FC, Jeng ST, Cheng YS. Ipomoelin, a jacalin-related lectin with a compact tetrameric association and versatile carbohydrate binding properties regulated by its N terminus. PLoS One. 2012;7(7):e40618. Epub 2012 Jul 11. PMID:22808208 doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0040618
