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Evaluating five different loci (rbcL, rpoB, rpoC1, matK, and ITS) for DNA barcoding of Indian orchids.
Genome - 1 Aug 2017
Parveen Iffat, Singh Hemant K, Malik Saloni, Raghuvanshi Saurabh, Babbar Shashi B
Abstract excerpt
Orchidaceae, one of the largest families of angiosperms, is represented in India by 1600 species distributed in diverse habitats. Orchids are in high demand owing to their beautiful flowers and therapeutic properties. Overexploitation and habitat destruction have made many orchid species endangered. In the absence of effective identification methods, illicit trade of orchids continues unabated. Considering DNA...
Topics
- DNA Barcoding, Taxonomic
- Gene Amplification
- Genes, Plant
- Genetic Variation
- Orchidaceae
- Plants, Medicinal
