Yunxiao Zhao

A Reference-Free K-mer Framework Enhances Genomic Prediction in Highly Heterozygous Woody Species: A Case Study in Litsea cubeba

Abstract Litsea cubeba, an economically important woody species in the Lauraceae, is widely cultivated for spice and essential oil production. Core agronomic traits, particularly fruit morphology and yield per plant, directly determine its commercial value. However, genetic impro...