An overview of molecular genetic linkage maps in Lilium spp.

Abstract

Molecular genetic linkage maps are powerful tools used to identify quantitative trait loci and facilitate molecular marker-assisted breeding. A review of the molecular markers applied and genetic linkage maps constructed for Lilium was conducted. High-density linkage maps constructed for other plant species were also analyzed. Problems related to the construction of molecular genetic linkage maps for Lilium were explored. High-density linkage maps for Lilium may be developed on the basis of the construction strategies of several detailed linkage maps.