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Genetic diversity of a Silybum marianum (L.) Gaertn. germplasm collection revealed by DNA Diversity Array Technology (DArTseq).
PloS one - 1 Jan 2024
Puglisi Damiano, Pasquariello Marianna, Martinelli Tommaso, Paris Roberta, De Vita Pasquale, Pecchioni Nicola, Esposito Salvatore, Bassolino Laura
Abstract excerpt
Silybum marianum (L.) Gaertn. is a multipurpose crop native to the Mediterranean and middle east regions and mainly known for the hepatoprotective properties of fruit-derived silymarin. Despite growing interest in milk thistle as a versatile crop with medicinal value, its potential in agroindustry is hindered by incomplete domestication and limited genomic knowledge, impeding the development of competitive...
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