The chromosome-level wintersweet (Chimonanthus praecox) genome provides insights into floral scent biosynthesis and flowering in winter

Abstract Background Wintersweet (Chimonanthus praecox), an important ornamental plant, has evolved unique fragrant aroma and winter-flowering properties, which are critical for its successful sexual reproduction. However, the molecular mechanisms underlying these traits are largely unknown in this s...

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Main Authors: Junzhong Shang, Jingpu Tian, Huihui Cheng, Qiaomu Yan, Lai Li, Abbas Jamal, Zhongping Xu, Lin Xiang, Christopher A. Saski, Shuangxia Jin, Kaige Zhao, Xiuqun Liu, Longqing Chen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-08-01
Series:Genome Biology
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13059-020-02088-y