Kaiwen Liang

Author    Correspondence author
Tree Genetics and Molecular Breeding, 2025, Vol. 15, No.   
Received: 01 Jan., 1970    Accepted: 01 Jan., 1970    Published: 21 Oct., 2025

This study analyzed the composition of aroma-related metabolites in different tissues of loquat. The results show that some aromatic substances, such as benzoates, methoxybenzaldehyde and (2-nitroethyl) benzene, are the main volatile components in flowers. The leaves and roots contain a relatively large amount of flavonoids and phenols, which have certain biological activities. Genomic and transcriptomic analyses have identified genes related to aroma and the synthesis of its precursors, some of which belong to amplified synthetic families and may be associated with the high accumulation of aroma substances and medicinal components in loquat. This study aims to provide a reference for understanding the molecular basis of loquat aroma, flavor formation and medicinal value, and also to offer a scientific basis for subsequent flavor improvement and functional component development.