Genetic diversity and population structure of wild and cultivated Camellia tetracocca Chang assessed by ILP markers: insights for conservation of an endangered tea species.

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BACKGROUND: Qingshan Town, Guizhou Province, represents the core distribution area of wild Camellia tetracocca Chang and a key production area of ‘Pu’an hong’ tea. This region has a long history of tea cultivation and harbors rich tea germplasm resources. As an endemic and endangered tea species in Guizhou, C. tetracocca Chang is threatened by habitat fragmentation and genetic diversity loss, highlighting the...

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