Genetic Diversity Evaluation of 70 Chewing Cane Germplasm Resources Based on Phenotypic Traits.

ABSTRACT: Chewing cane is primarily consumed as fresh fruit and contains a variety of essential amino acids and iron. The identification and evaluation of chewing cane germplasm resources are prerequisites for the rational utilization of these resources, and phenotypic traits provide a direct and convenient means to determine breeding objectives. To facilitate the utilization and development of chewing cane germplasm, thirty-six phenotypic traits in 70 chewing cane germplasm resources were analyzed. The results revealed rich genetic diversity among the chewing cane resources. Seven phenotypic traits exhibited relatively high diversity and considerable potential for genetic improvement. The three groups exhibited relatively small genetic distances and relatively high genetic similarity coefficients,

SUBMITTER: Xie J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12526319 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature