Li-Jing Wang

A Novel ZmLG1 Allele as a Genetic Resource for Breeding Compact Plant Architecture in Maize

Background: Leaf angle is a key determinant of plant architecture and yield under high-density planting. Loss of the ligule reduces leaf angle, offering a strategy for breeding compact maize. This study aims to identify the genetic basis of the liguleless mutant jd30 and develop a functional marker for breeding. Method...