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Quantitative trait loci mapping of heterosis for leaf morphological traits and candidate gene identification in maize.
BMC plant biology - 13 Jan 2026
Li Xingyi, Zhang Quanyan, Li Fuqin, Shao Jiantao, Du Juan, Zhu Rong, Hu Qiang, Liu Li
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BACKGROUND: Leaf morphology traits determine photosynthetic efficiency, high-density planting tolerance, and grain yield in maize (Zea mays L.). Understanding the genetic basis of these traits is of great practical significance for optimizing plant architecture and enhancing photosynthetic capacity to improve grain yield. RESULTS: In this study, six maternal and paternal testcrossing (TC/M and TC/P) populations...
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