Genetic selection for growth, wood quality and resin traits of potential Slash pine for multiple industrial uses.

ABSTRACT: This study aims to understand the genetic basis of key industrial traits in Slash pine (Pinus elliottii Engelm. var. elliottii) to enhance improvement efficiency. Detailed analyses were conducted on inter-family differences, genetic parameters, correlations, and breeding values (BVs) for growth, wood properties, and resin traits of Slash pine planted in Changle Forest Farm of Hangzhou, leading to the identification of elite families. It indicates that growth traits are primarily influenced by environmental effects, while wood properties exhibit a significant impact of genetic effects. The variation in resin traits arises from both genetic and environmental effects. Notably, Beta-pinene exhibits the highest variability and genetic gains among the traits analyzed. The family he

SUBMITTER: Ding X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11524238 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature