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Population structure of wild and cultivated grapevines in Armenia.
BMC plant biology - 11 Feb 2026
Nikoghosyan Maria, Hovhannisyan Emma, Zadirako Nate, Duan Shengchang, Asatryan Armine, Arakelyan Arsen, Margaryan Kristine, Baloyan Anush, Konecny Tomas, Binder Hans
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: The South Caucasus region, including Armenia, is recognized as a center of early viticulture, home to the oldest known winery and a rich tradition of winemaking. Armenia's topography has contributed to the preservation of genetically diverse grapevine populations. Cultivated grapevines (Vitis vinifera ssp. vinifera or V.V. ssp. vinifera) and their wild ancestor (V. vinifera ssp. sylvestris or V.V....
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