Plant Peptides intermediate
RALF: Oligopeptide Research Reference
RALF, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
By Encyclopeptide Editorial | 1 min read
plant-peptides peptide oligopeptide
Overview
RALF is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Nicotiana tabacum (Tobacco).
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | RALF |
| Sequence | YISYRGSGRRYIRRSM (mature peptide region) |
| Length | ~50 amino acids (mature) |
| Molecular Weight | ~5,500 Da |
| Source | Nicotiana tabacum (Tobacco) |
| Category | Plant Signaling Peptides |
Mechanism of Action
Rapid alkalinization of extracellular pH, growth inhibition
Bioactivity
Growth inhibition
Therapeutic Potential
Plant growth regulation, stress tolerance engineering
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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