Article
The Genetic Diversity of African Common Bean Germplasm: A Systematic Review of Reported Molecular Studies.
Genes - 9 Jan 2026
Chikasha Tatenda Ephraim, Chiulele Rogerio Marcos, Nkhata Wilson, Muatinte Bernado Lazaro
Abstract excerpt
Background: Common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) is an important grain legume crop of nutritional and economic value across Africa. Genetic improvements of the crop to enhance productivity and resilience depend on understanding the diversity within the African germplasm. Methods: Following PRISMA guidelines, the genetic diversity and population structure of common bean in Africa were reviewed systematically based...
Topics
- Phaseolus
- Genetic Variation
- Africa
