Chloroplast genome comparison and taxonomic reassessment of Polygonatum sensu Lato (Asparagaceae): implications for molecular marker development in traditional medicinal plants.

ABSTRACT: The Polygonati Rhizoma have generated significant market attention for their medicinal and culinary applications. However, morphological similarities and ambiguous species boundaries complicate the identification of genera and species, thereby impeding product development and utilization within Polygonatum sensu lato. Despite the widespread application of the chloroplast genome for taxonomic boundary revisions for Polygonatum s.l., a critical gap persist regarding their genomic applicability and the lack of standardized pipelines for developing species-specific molecular markers capable of rapid discrimination among species. This study aims to assess the effectiveness of chloroplast genomes in clarifying the current taxonomic status of the genera and species of Polygonatum s.l., and develo

SUBMITTER: Hu Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12403319 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature