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Structural and Genomic Bases of Branching Traits in Spur-Type Apple: Insights from Morphology and Whole-Genome Resequencing.
Genes - 18 Jan 2026
Wang Han, Chen Dongmei, Zhao Guodong, Zhang Da, Liu Xin, Zhu Bowei, Jia Linguang, Zhao Tongsheng, Zhang Chaohong, Zhang Xinsheng
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BACKGROUND: Plant architecture, particularly branching patterns, plays a crucial role in plant growth, photosynthetic performance, and yield. Spur-type apple, characterized by compact growth, early fruiting, high productivity, and manageable canopy structure, represent valuable germplasm for establishing dwarf and high-density apple orchards. While hybrid breeding of spur-type varieties offers significant...
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