Research advance on cold tolerance in chrysanthemum

Area of Science:

• Plant Science
• Agricultural Science
• Horticultural Science

Background:

• Chrysanthemums are globally significant ornamental and cut flowers, vital in landscape gardening.
• Winter cold limits chrysanthemum cultivation, increasing production costs and reducing economic value.
• Research into cold tolerance is essential for improving chrysanthemum production and applications.

Purpose of the Study:

• To provide a comprehensive overview of current research on chrysanthemum cold tolerance.
• To elucidate the mechanisms underlying cold tolerance in chrysanthemums.
• To offer insights for developing new cold-tolerant chrysanthemum varieties.

Main Methods:

• Review of studies utilizing genomics, transcriptomics, metabolomics, and other omics approaches.
• Analysis of research on chrysanthemum phenotype, physiological, and molecular mechanisms of cold tolerance.
• Examination of advancements in forward genetics and breeding techniques for cold tolerance.

Main Results:

• Significant progress has been made in understanding chrysanthemum cold tolerance through omics and molecular marker technologies.
• Research covers diverse aspects from phenotypic responses to intricate molecular pathways.
• Breeding efforts are being informed by genetic and physiological insights.

Conclusions:

• Continued research into chrysanthemum cold tolerance is vital for horticultural advancement.
• Understanding cold tolerance mechanisms will guide the development of superior chrysanthemum cultivars.
• This review provides a foundation for future research and breeding programs in chrysanthemums.