FveRGA1 , encoding a DELLA protein, negatively regulates runner production in Fragaria vesca

Main conclusion FveRGA1 was highly expressed in tender tissues such as young leaves and stem apices and was localized in the nucleus. RNAi silencing of FveRGA1 in non-runnering woodland strawberry produced many runners. FveRGA1 is thus a key gene controlling strawberry runner formation.