Branching architecture affects genetic diversity within an individual tree.

Abstract excerpt

While a tree grows over many years, somatic mutations accumulate and form genetic variation among branches within an individual. Trees can transmit such mutations to subsequent generations, potentially enhancing the genetic diversity of the population. We study a mathematical model to understand the relationship between within-individual genetic variation and branching architecture. We generate branching...

Topics

• Genetic Variation
• Trees
• Meristem
• Models, Genetic
• Mutation