QTL analysis of ear leaf traits in maize (Zea mays L.) under different planting densities

Modern maize varieties have become more productive than ever, owing largely to increased tolerance of high plant density. However, the genetics of ear leaf traits under different densities remains poorly understood. In this study, Zhongdan 909 recombinant inbred lines (RILs) derived from a cross bet...

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Main Authors: Hongwu Wang, Qianjin Liang, Kun Li, Xiaojiao Hu, Yujin Wu, Hui Wang, Zhifang Liu, Changling Huang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: KeAi Communications Co., Ltd. 2017-10-01
Series:Crop Journal
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S221451411730051X