Comparative Analysis of Begonia Plastid Genomes and Their Utility for Species-Level Phylogenetics.

ABSTRACT: Recent, rapid radiations make species-level phylogenetics difficult to resolve. We used a multiplexed, high-throughput sequencing approach to identify informative genomic regions to resolve phylogenetic relationships at low taxonomic levels in Begonia from a survey of sixteen species. A long-range PCR method was used to generate draft plastid genomes to provide a strong phylogenetic backbone, identify fast evolving regions and provide informative molecular markers for species-level phylogenetic studies in Begonia.

SUBMITTER: Harrison N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4825977 | biostudies-literature | 2016

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature