Automated description from the Alliance of Genome Resources (Release 7.0.0)
Enables DNA binding activity and DNA-binding transcription factor activity. Acts upstream of or within several processes, including limb morphogenesis; peripheral nervous system neuron development; and regionalization. Located in nucleus. Is expressed in several structures, including embryo mesenchyme; genitourinary system; gut; integumental system; and limb. Orthologous to human HOXD9 (homeobox D9).