Ornamental plant gene editing: Past, present and future

Abstract

With the rapid development of biotechnology, gene editing has become more widely used as a powerful tool to regulate plant traits directionally and efficiently. Here, we summarize the recent research progress in ornamental plant gene editing, including flower type, flower color, vase life, marker genes and other traits. We also discuss the application potential of other crop gene editing methods in ornamental plants and explore the diversity and feasibility of gene editing techniques in plant breeding to promote the molecular breeding of ornamental plants.

Keywords

• gene editing
• ornamental plants
• research progress
• crispr/cas9