Horticulture Research

Papers
(The median citation count of Horticulture Research is 22. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2020-03-01 to 2024-03-01.)
ArticleCitations
The historical and current research progress on jujube–a superfruit for the future112
From physics to fixtures to food: current and potential LED efficacy111
CRISPR/Cas9-mediated mutagenesis of VvMLO3 results in enhanced resistance to powdery mildew in grapevine (Vitis vinifera)101
A reporter for noninvasively monitoring gene expression and plant transformation98
PyWRKY26 and PybHLH3 cotargeted the PyMYB114 promoter to regulate anthocyanin biosynthesis and transport in red-skinned pears91
MiR156 regulates anthocyanin biosynthesis through SPL targets and other microRNAs in poplar84
A high-quality chromosome-level genome assembly reveals genetics for important traits in eggplant80
Methyl jasmonate mediates melatonin-induced cold tolerance of grafted watermelon plants79
Abnormal expression of bHLH3 disrupts a flavonoid homeostasis network, causing differences in pigment composition among mulberry fruits79
Transcriptomic and metabolomic analyses reveal that melatonin promotes melon root development under copper stress by inhibiting jasmonic acid biosynthesis76
Identification of key gene networks controlling organic acid and sugar metabolism during watermelon fruit development by integrating metabolic phenotypes and gene expression profiles72
Functions of silicon in plant drought stress responses70
The R2R3-MYB transcription factor GhMYB1a regulates flavonol and anthocyanin accumulation in Gerbera hybrida69
(E)-Nerolidol is a volatile signal that induces defenses against insects and pathogens in tea plants68
The diverse roles of cytokinins in regulating leaf development68
MdATG18a overexpression improves basal thermotolerance in transgenic apple by decreasing damage to chloroplasts66
A high-quality reference genome of wild Cannabis sativa65
CRISPR/Cas9-mediated VvPR4b editing decreases downy mildew resistance in grapevine (Vitis vinifera L.)63
The methyl jasmonate-responsive transcription factor SmMYB1 promotes phenolic acid biosynthesis in Salvia miltiorrhiza63
sRNAanno—a database repository of uniformly annotated small RNAs in plants62
Optimizing the CRISPR/Cas9 system for genome editing in grape by using grape promoters62
Chromosome-scale genome assembly provides insights into the evolution and flavor synthesis of passion fruit (Passiflora edulis Sims)60
Regulation of phenylpropanoid biosynthesis by MdMYB88 and MdMYB124 contributes to pathogen and drought resistance in apple60
MdMYB6 regulates anthocyanin formation in apple both through direct inhibition of the biosynthesis pathway and through substrate removal59
Deep learning image segmentation and extraction of blueberry fruit traits associated with harvestability and yield58
Can gene editing reduce postharvest waste and loss of fruit, vegetables, and ornamentals?57
Applications of deep-learning approaches in horticultural research: a review57
The chromosome-scale genome reveals the evolution and diversification after the recent tetraploidization event in tea plant57
Enrichment of beneficial cucumber rhizosphere microbes mediated by organic acid secretion56
Bud endodormancy in deciduous fruit trees: advances and prospects54
Molecular functions of nitric oxide and its potential applications in horticultural crops53
Grapevine VlbZIP30 improves drought resistance by directly activating VvNAC17 and promoting lignin biosynthesis through the regulation of three peroxidase genes53
Germplasm resources and genetic breeding of Paeonia: a systematic review53
Meta-analysis of the effects of 1-methylcyclopropene (1-MCP) treatment on climacteric fruit ripening51
Integrative transcriptome, proteome, and microRNA analysis reveals the effects of nitrogen sufficiency and deficiency conditions on theanine metabolism in the tea plant (Camellia sinensis)50
Perspectives of CRISPR/Cas-mediated cis-engineering in horticulture: unlocking the neglected potential for crop improvement50
Genomic consequences of apple improvement50
Coexpression network analysis reveals an MYB transcriptional activator involved in capsaicinoid biosynthesis in hot peppers49
Strawberry sweetness and consumer preference are enhanced by specific volatile compounds48
CsbZIP1-CsMYB12 mediates the production of bitter-tasting flavonols in tea plants (Camellia sinensis) through a coordinated activator–repressor network46
Transcriptome analysis and metabolic profiling reveal the key role of carotenoids in the petal coloration of Liriodendron tulipifera46
Exploiting the diversity of tomato: the development of a phenotypically and genetically detailed germplasm collection46
Plasma membrane-localized SlSWEET7a and SlSWEET14 regulate sugar transport and storage in tomato fruits45
Kiwifruit Genome Database (KGD): a comprehensive resource for kiwifruit genomics45
The novel gene BrMYB2, located on chromosome A07, with a short intron 1 controls the purple-head trait of Chinese cabbage (Brassica rapa L.)45
Chromosome doubling mediates superior drought tolerance in Lycium ruthenicum via abscisic acid signaling45
An update on the arsenal: mining resistance genes for disease management of Brassica crops in the genomic era45
Strigolactones positively regulate abscisic acid-dependent heat and cold tolerance in tomato45
Color-related chlorophyll and carotenoid concentrations of Chinese kale can be altered through CRISPR/Cas9 targeted editing of the carotenoid isomerase gene BoaCRTISO45
Growth monitoring of greenhouse lettuce based on a convolutional neural network45
A chromosome-level reference genome of non-heading Chinese cabbage [Brassica campestris (syn. Brassica rapa) ssp. chinensis]44
A roadmap for research in octoploid strawberry43
A chromosome-scale genome sequence of pitaya (Hylocereus undatus) provides novel insights into the genome evolution and regulation of betalain biosynthesis43
Thermal-responsive genetic and epigenetic regulation of DAM cluster controlling dormancy and chilling requirement in peach floral buds43
Genome-wide association analysis identified molecular markers associated with important tea flavor-related metabolites43
The transcription factor OpWRKY2 positively regulates the biosynthesis of the anticancer drug camptothecin in Ophiorrhiza pumila43
Chromosome-scale genome assembly of sweet cherry (Prunus avium L.) cv. Tieton obtained using long-read and Hi-C sequencing43
Transgenic and genome-edited fruits: background, constraints, benefits, and commercial opportunities43
Genome of a citrus rootstock and global DNA demethylation caused by heterografting43
Reannotation of the cultivated strawberry genome and establishment of a strawberry genome database42
High-quality genome assembly of 'Cuiguan' pear (Pyrus pyrifolia) as a reference genome for identifying regulatory genes and epigenetic modifications responsible for bud dormancy42
The transcription factor SlHY5 regulates the ripening of tomato fruit at both the transcriptional and translational levels41
The IAA- and ABA-responsive transcription factor CgMYB58 upregulates lignin biosynthesis and triggers juice sac granulation in pummelo41
De novo assembly of a new Olea europaea genome accession using nanopore sequencing41
Involvement of CsWRKY70 in salicylic acid-induced citrus fruit resistance against Penicillium digitatum41
The WRKY transcription factor PlWRKY65 enhances the resistance of Paeonia lactiflora (herbaceous peony) to Alternaria tenuissima41
The Phoebe genome sheds light on the evolution of magnoliids41
Molecular basis of heterosis and related breeding strategies reveal its importance in vegetable breeding40
UV-B light and its application potential to reduce disease and pest incidence in crops40
Mechanisms and regulation of organic acid accumulation in plant vacuoles39
PpINH1, an invertase inhibitor, interacts with vacuolar invertase PpVIN2 in regulating the chilling tolerance of peach fruit39
Whole-genome sequencing provides insights into the genetic diversity and domestication of bitter gourd (Momordica spp.)39
Chromosome-scale assembly of the Dendrobium chrysotoxum genome enhances the understanding of orchid evolution39
Cadmium isotope fractionation reveals genetic variation in Cd uptake and translocation by Theobroma cacao and role of natural resistance-associated macrophage protein 5 and heavy metal ATPase-family t39
Regulation of fruit ripening by the brassinosteroid biosynthetic gene SlCYP90B3 via an ethylene-dependent pathway in tomato38
Melatonin-induced DNA demethylation of metal transporters and antioxidant genes alleviates lead stress in radish plants38
Comparative transcriptome analysis reveals synergistic and disparate defense pathways in the leaves and roots of trifoliate orange (Poncirus trifoliata) autotetraploids with enhanced salt tolerance38
LlWRKY39 is involved in thermotolerance by activating LlMBF1c and interacting with LlCaM3 in lily (Lilium longiflorum)38
Combined genomic, transcriptomic, and metabolomic analyses provide insights into chayote (Sechium edule) evolution and fruit development38
Melatonin alters the secondary metabolite profile of grape berry skin by promoting VvMYB14-mediated ethylene biosynthesis38
Genome-wide analysis of expression quantitative trait loci (eQTLs) reveals the regulatory architecture of gene expression variation in the storage roots of sweet potato37
An optimized protocol for stepwise optimization of real-time RT-PCR analysis37
A novel transcription factor CmMYB012 inhibits flavone and anthocyanin biosynthesis in response to high temperatures in chrysanthemum37
SlGRAS4 accelerates fruit ripening by regulating ethylene biosynthesis genes and SlMADS1 in tomato37
Whole-genome, transcriptome, and methylome analyses provide insights into the evolution of platycoside biosynthesis in Platycodon grandiflorus, a medicinal plant36
The apple REFPOP—a reference population for genomics-assisted breeding in apple36
Transcriptomic and genetic approaches reveal an essential role of the NAC transcription factor SlNAP1 in the growth and defense response of tomato35
Comparative analysis of long noncoding RNAs in angiosperms and characterization of long noncoding RNAs in response to heat stress in Chinese cabbage35
The GAMYB-like gene SlMYB33 mediates flowering and pollen development in tomato35
CRISPR/Cas9-mediated mutagenesis of ClBG1 decreased seed size and promoted seed germination in watermelon35
Whole-genome sequencing reveals rare off-target mutations in CRISPR/Cas9-edited grapevine35
CsWAKL08, a pathogen-induced wall-associated receptor-like kinase in sweet orange, confers resistance to citrus bacterial canker via ROS control and JA signaling34
Whole-genome resequencing of Osmanthus fragrans provides insights into flower color evolution34
The chromosome-level Stevia genome provides insights into steviol glycoside biosynthesis34
An apple (Malus domestica) AP2/ERF transcription factor modulates carotenoid accumulation34
Research advances in and prospects of ornamental plant genomics34
CsPrx25, a class III peroxidase in Citrus sinensis, confers resistance to citrus bacterial canker through the maintenance of ROS homeostasis and cell wall lignification33
RosBREED: bridging the chasm between discovery and application to enable DNA-informed breeding in rosaceous crops33
R2R3-MYB transcription factors, StmiR858 and sucrose mediate potato flavonol biosynthesis33
Transcription factor WRKY22 regulates canker susceptibility in sweet orange (Citrus sinensis Osbeck) by enhancing cell enlargement and CsLOB1 expression33
Chromosome-scale assembly of the Kandelia obovata genome33
Glandular trichomes: new focus on horticultural crops33
A high-quality sponge gourd (Luffa cylindrica) genome33
Genomic prediction of fruit texture and training population optimization towards the application of genomic selection in apple32
Multiple-population QTL mapping of maturity and fruit-quality traits reveals LG4 region as a breeding target in sweet cherry (Prunus avium L.)32
Genome-wide analysis of NDR1/HIN1-like genes in pepper (Capsicum annuum L.) and functional characterization of CaNHL4 under biotic and abiotic stresses32
Dual role of MdSND1 in the biosynthesis of lignin and in signal transduction in response to salt and osmotic stress in apple32
The chromosome-scale assembly of the willow genome provides insight into Salicaceae genome evolution32
High-density genetic map construction and identification of loci controlling flower-type traits in Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum × morifolium Ramat.)32
CsTCPs regulate shoot tip development and catechin biosynthesis in tea plant (Camellia sinensis)31
Hybrid de novo genome assembly of red gromwell (Lithospermum erythrorhizon) reveals evolutionary insight into shikonin biosynthesis31
The genome of Magnolia biondii Pamp. provides insights into the evolution of Magnoliales and biosynthesis of terpenoids31
CsMYB60 directly and indirectly activates structural genes to promote the biosynthesis of flavonols and proanthocyanidins in cucumber31
An ancient whole-genome duplication event and its contribution to flavor compounds in the tea plant (Camellia sinensis)30
Genome sequencing and population genomics modeling provide insights into the local adaptation of weeping forsythia30
Coriander Genomics Database: a genomic, transcriptomic, and metabolic database for coriander30
The Cymbidium genome reveals the evolution of unique morphological traits30
Lignin provides mechanical support to herbaceous peony (Paeonia lactiflora Pall.) stems30
Regulation of flowering time in chrysanthemum by the R2R3 MYB transcription factor CmMYB2 is associated with changes in gibberellin metabolism30
The role of watermelon caffeic acid O-methyltransferase (ClCOMT1) in melatonin biosynthesis and abiotic stress tolerance30
ddRAD sequencing-based genotyping for population structure analysis in cultivated tomato provides new insights into the genomic diversity of Mediterranean ‘da serbo’ type long shelf-life germplasm29
The regulation of cell wall lignification and lignin biosynthesis during pigmentation of winter jujube29
Integrative iTRAQ-based proteomic and transcriptomic analysis reveals the accumulation patterns of key metabolites associated with oil quality during seed ripening of Camellia oleifera29
A chromosome-level genome assembly of rugged rose (Rosa rugosa) provides insights into its evolution, ecology, and floral characteristics29
The role of arabinogalactan proteins (AGPs) in fruit ripening—a review29
The CaCIPK3 gene positively regulates drought tolerance in pepper29
The AaCBF4-AaBAM3.1 module enhances freezing tolerance of kiwifruit (Actinidia arguta)29
VqMYB154 promotes polygene expression and enhances resistance to pathogens in Chinese wild grapevine29
Decoding altitude-activated regulatory mechanisms occurring during apple peel ripening29
Genetic dissection of climacteric fruit ripening in a melon population segregating for ripening behavior28
The R2R3-type MYB transcription factor MdMYB90-like is responsible for the enhanced skin color of an apple bud sport mutant28
A nuclear-localized cysteine desulfhydrase plays a role in fruit ripening in tomato28
Cytokinin but not gibberellin application had major impact on the phenylpropanoid pathway in grape28
The SOC1-like gene BoMADS50 is associated with the flowering of Bambusa oldhamii28
MYB41, MYB107, and MYC2 promote ABA-mediated primary fatty alcohol accumulation via activation of AchnFAR in wound suberization in kiwifruit28
Overexpression of MdATG8i improves water use efficiency in transgenic apple by modulating photosynthesis, osmotic balance, and autophagic activity under moderate water deficit28
Preharvest long-term exposure to UV-B radiation promotes fruit ripening and modifies stage-specific anthocyanin metabolism in highbush blueberry28
High-quality de novo assembly of the Eucommia ulmoides haploid genome provides new insights into evolution and rubber biosynthesis27
The basic helix-loop-helix transcription factor MdbHLH3 modulates leaf senescence in apple via the regulation of dehydratase-enolase-phosphatase complex 127
Woodland strawberry WRKY71 acts as a promoter of flowering via a transcriptional regulatory cascade27
Genome sequencing and phylogenetic analysis of allotetraploid Salix matsudana Koidz27
A gene that underwent adaptive evolution, LAC2 (LACCASE), in Populus euphratica improves drought tolerance by improving water transport capacity27
Integrative genome, transcriptome, microRNA, and degradome analysis of water dropwort (Oenanthe javanica) in response to water stress27
Metabolite profiling and transcriptome analyses reveal novel regulatory mechanisms of melatonin biosynthesis in hickory27
Loci discovery, network-guided approach, and genomic prediction for drought tolerance index in a multi-parent advanced generation intercross (MAGIC) cowpea population27
The apple DNA-binding one zinc-finger protein MdDof54 promotes drought resistance27
Chromatin accessibility and translational landscapes of tea plants under chilling stress27
Genome-wide analysis of changes in miRNA and target gene expression reveals key roles in heterosis for Chinese cabbage biomass27
Whole genome re-sequencing of sweet cherry (Prunus avium L.) yields insights into genomic diversity of a fruit species26
Chromosome-scale assembly and evolution of the tetraploid Salvia splendens (Lamiaceae) genome26
Illuminating the cells: transient transformation of citrus to study gene functions and organelle activities related to fruit quality26
SlBBX20 interacts with the COP9 signalosome subunit SlCSN5-2 to regulate anthocyanin biosynthesis by activating SlDFR expression in tomato26
Genomic analysis uncovers functional variation in the C-terminus of anthocyanin-activating MYB transcription factors26
Depicting the battle between nectarine and Monilinia laxa: the fruit developmental stage dictates the effectiveness of the host defenses and the pathogen’s infection strategies25
The NAM/ATAF1/2/CUC2 transcription factor PpNAC.A59 enhances PpERF.A16 expression to promote ethylene biosynthesis during peach fruit ripening25
SlZHD17 is involved in the control of chlorophyll and carotenoid metabolism in tomato fruit25
The chromosome-level Hemerocallis citrina Borani genome provides new insights into the rutin biosynthesis and the lack of colchicine25
Apple SERRATE negatively mediates drought resistance by regulating MdMYB88 and MdMYB124 and microRNA biogenesis25
Genetic diversity, population structure, and relationships of apricot (Prunus) based on restriction site-associated DNA sequencing25
The apple C2H2-type zinc finger transcription factor MdZAT10 positively regulates JA-induced leaf senescence by interacting with MdBT225
Identification and distribution of a single nucleotide polymorphism responsible for the catechin content in tea plants25
The chromosome-level reference genome of Coptis chinensis provides insights into genomic evolution and berberine biosynthesis25
Evolution and roles of cytokinin genes in angiosperms 2: Do ancient CKXs play housekeeping roles while non-ancient CKXs play regulatory roles?25
Integrating full-length transcriptomics and metabolomics reveals the regulatory mechanisms underlying yellow pigmentation in tree peony (Paeonia suffruticosa Andr.) flowers25
The MADS-box gene FveSEP3 plays essential roles in flower organogenesis and fruit development in woodland strawberry25
Chromosome-level genome assemblies of five Prunus species and genome-wide association studies for key agronomic traits in peach25
CRISPR/Cas9-mediated targeted mutation reveals a role for AN4 rather than DPL in regulating venation formation in the corolla tube of Petunia hybrida25
Multiomics-based dissection of citrus flavonoid metabolism using a Citrus reticulata × Poncirus trifoliata population24
Chromosome-level genome assembly, annotation and evolutionary analysis of the ornamental plant Asparagus setaceus24
Auxin-induced AUXIN RESPONSE FACTOR4 activates APETALA1 and FRUITFULL to promote flowering in woodland strawberry24
Genome-level diversification of eight ancient tea populations in the Guizhou and Yunnan regions identifies candidate genes for core agronomic traits24
The apple 14-3-3 protein MdGRF11 interacts with the BTB protein MdBT2 to regulate nitrate deficiency-induced anthocyanin accumulation24
Chrysanthemum WRKY15-1 promotes resistance to Puccinia horiana Henn. via the salicylic acid signaling pathway24
Involvement of ethylene receptors in the salt tolerance response of Cucurbita pepo24
Evolution and roles of cytokinin genes in angiosperms 1: Do ancient IPTs play housekeeping while non-ancient IPTs play regulatory roles?24
The chromosome-level genome of dragon fruit reveals whole-genome duplication and chromosomal co-localization of betacyanin biosynthetic genes24
A chromosome-scale genome assembly of a diploid alfalfa, the progenitor of autotetraploid alfalfa24
MdWRKY75e enhances resistance to Alternaria alternata in Malus domestica24
Bioinformatic analysis of chromatin organization and biased expression of duplicated genes between two poplars with a common whole-genome duplication24
The genome of Medicago polymorpha provides insights into its edibility and nutritional value as a vegetable and forage legume24
Molecular dynamics of pre-germinative metabolism in primed eggplant (Solanum melongena L.) seeds23
Lipidomic and transcriptomic analysis reveals reallocation of carbon flux from cuticular wax into plastid membrane lipids in a glossy “Newhall” navel orange mutant23
A systematic analysis of apple root resistance traits to Pythium ultimum infection and the underpinned molecular regulations of defense activation23
Integrated transcriptome and proteome analysis provides insight into chilling-induced dormancy breaking in Chimonanthus praecox23
A genome-wide association study uncovers a critical role of the RsPAP2 gene in red-skinned Raphanus sativus L.23
The tea plant CsLHT1 and CsLHT6 transporters take up amino acids, as a nitrogen source, from the soil of organic tea plantations23
Genetic regulators of leaf size in Brassica crops23
Integration of full-length transcriptomics and targeted metabolomics to identify benzylisoquinoline alkaloid biosynthetic genes in Corydalis yanhusuo23
Functional analysis of a novel C-glycosyltransferase in the orchid Dendrobium catenatum23
Genomic analysis reveals the genetic diversity, population structure, evolutionary history and relationships of Chinese pepper23
A 14 nucleotide deletion mutation in the coding region of the PpBBX24 gene is associated with the red skin of “Zaosu Red” pear (Pyrus pyrifolia White Pear Group): a deletion in the PpBBX24 gene is ass23
BTB-BACK-TAZ domain protein MdBT2-mediated MdMYB73 ubiquitination negatively regulates malate accumulation and vacuolar acidification in apple23
Induced defense response in red mango fruit against Colletotrichum gloeosporioides23
Myo-inositol mediates reactive oxygen species-induced programmed cell death via salicylic acid-dependent and ethylene-dependent pathways in apple23
Insights into triterpene synthesis and unsaturated fatty-acid accumulation provided by chromosomal-level genome analysis of Akebia trifoliata subsp. australis22
Competition between anthocyanin and kaempferol glycosides biosynthesis affects pollen tube growth and seed set of Malus22
The role of γ-aminobutyric acid in aluminum stress tolerance in a woody plant, Liriodendron chinense × tulipifera22
Chrysanthemum CmWRKY53 negatively regulates the resistance of chrysanthemum to the aphid Macrosiphoniella sanborni22
Differential regulation of triterpene biosynthesis induced by an early failure in cuticle formation in apple22
The genome and transcriptome analysis of snake gourd provide insights into its evolution and fruit development and ripening22
Clay nanosheet-mediated delivery of recombinant plasmids expressing artificial miRNAs via leaf spray to prevent infection by plant DNA viruses22
Comparative transcriptome analyses shed light on carotenoid production and plastid development in melon fruit22
Easy domain adaptation method for filling the species gap in deep learning-based fruit detection22
KSN heterozygosity is associated with continuous flowering of Rosa rugosa Purple branch22
Identification and characterization of GLOBE, a major gene controlling fruit shape and impacting fruit size and marketability in tomato22
Integrated proteomic and metabolomic analyses reveal the importance of aroma precursor accumulation and storage in methyl jasmonate-primed tea leaves22
Auxin regulation and MdPIN expression during adventitious root initiation in apple cuttings22
Genome and transcriptome of Papaver somniferum Chinese landrace CHM indicates that massive genome expansion contributes to high benzylisoquinoline alkaloid biosynthesis22
The role of the MAP kinase−kinase protein StMKK1 in potato immunity to different pathogens22
The H+-pyrophosphatase IbVP1 regulates carbon flux to influence the starch metabolism and yield of sweet potato22
Turbocharging introgression breeding of perennial fruit crops: a case study on apple22
Amplification of early drought responses caused by volatile cues emitted from neighboring tea plants22
0.031355142593384