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Genetic structure analysis of cultivated and wild chestnut populations reveals gene flow from cultivars to natural stands.
Scientific reports - 8 Jan 2021
Nishio Sogo, Takada Norio, Terakami Shingo, Takeuchi Yukie, Kimura Megumi K, Isoda Keiya, Saito Toshihiro, Iketani Hiroyuki
Abstract excerpt
Japanese chestnut (Castanea crenata Sieb. et Zucc.), the only fruit tree species domesticated in Japan, has been cultivated alongside natural stands since prehistorical times. Understanding the genetic diversity of this species and the relationships between cultivated and wild chestnut is important for clarifying its breeding history and determining conservation strategies. We assessed 3 chestnut cultivar...
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