Abstract
This study reports a new fruit cultivar, banana-flavored durian (tentatively named ’Yingliu No.1’), obtainedvia cross-species flavor regulation technology. Morphologically, this cultivar exhibits a unique pinnate epidermalstructure and a yellow-to-white gradient color characteristic, while organoleptically, it successfully fuses the freshsweetness of banana with the rich mellow aroma of durian. We systematically analyzed its morphological traits,volatile flavor compound composition and sensory acceptability, which provides a novel theoretical and practicalreference for the innovative breeding and flavor improvement of tropical fruits.