Genetic analysis of seed and flower colour in flax (Linum usitatissimum L.) and identification of a candidate gene in the D locus

Genetic analysis of seed and flower colour in flax (Linum usitatissimum L.) and identification of a candidate gene in the D locus

Flax (Linum usitatissimum L.) is a commercial oilseed crop in Canada. Globally flax is known for industrial oil and fiber. Flaxseed contains Omega 3 fatty acid, lignans like secoisolariciresinol diglucoside (SDG), flavonoids and polysaccharides which offer potential health benefits. Conventional fla...

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Other Authors: Wei, Yangdou
Language:English
Published: 2013
Subjects:
Flax
Linum usitatissimum
seed colour
flower colour
genetic mapping
genetics
SSR
Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/10388/ETD-2013-08-1150

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http://hdl.handle.net/10388/ETD-2013-08-1150

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