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Genetic diversity and phylogenetic relationship among Tunisian cactus species (Opuntia) as revealed by random amplified microsatellite polymorphism markers.
Genetics and molecular research : GMR - 13 Feb 2015
Bendhifi Zarroug M, Baraket G, Zourgui L, Souid S, Salhi Hannachi A
Abstract excerpt
Opuntia ficus indica is one of the most economically important species in the Cactaceae family. Increased interest in this crop stems from its potential contribution to agricultural diversification, application in the exploitation of marginal lands, and utility as additional income sources for farmers. In Tunisia, O. ficus indica has been affected by drastic genetic erosion resulting from biotic and abiotic...
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