Newly developed genomic SSR markers revealed the population structure and genetic characteristics of abaca (Musa textilis Nee).

ABSTRACT: Abaca (Musa textilis Nee) is the primary source of manila hemp fiber, a vital industrial product for the country. Previous studies have relied on molecular markers designed for other Musa species or distant genera like rice, limiting accurate genetic characterization and germplasm conservation. To address this, we developed 50 genome-specific molecular markers based on the recently released whole genome sequence assembly of Abaca var. Abuab by Galvez et al. (2021). Among these markers, 28 showed high polymorphism, with an average PIC value of 0.78. Population analysis revealed a heterozygosity of 0.428, indicating moderate genetic diversity, supported by an alpha value of 0.0735 and an F _stp value of 0.0815, which suggests moderate genetic differentia

SUBMITTER: Mendoza MRR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11748220 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature