Genomics reveal population structure, genetic diversity and evolutionary history of <i>Phyllostachys edulis</i> (moso bamboo) in global natural distribution.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Moso bamboo (Phyllostachys edulis) is widespread in natural forests over large areas in China.

Methods

Here we collected 193 individuals of moso bamboo from 37 natural populations in China's distribution area. Genotyping by sequencing (GBS) was employed to elucidate the genetic diversity, genetic structure, selection pressure, history and adaptive distribution prediction of moso bamboo.

Results

The results revealed that the moso bamboo in China can be divided into central α, eastern β and southern γ subpopulations, with the α-subpopulation presumed to be the origin center. Notably, the genetic diversity of moso bamboo populations were relatively low, and the heterozygotes were excess. At the subpopulation level, the genetic diversity of α-subpopula

SUBMITTER: Li F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12119579 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature