Genome-wide SNP analysis to assess the genetic population structure and diversity of Acrocomia species.

ABSTRACT: Acrocomia (Arecaceae) is a genus widely distributed in tropical and subtropical America that has been achieving economic interest due to the great potential of oil production of some of its species. In particular A. aculeata, due to its vocation to supply oil with the same productive capacity as the oil palm (Elaeis guineenses) even in areas with water deficit. Although eight species are recognized in the genus, the taxonomic classification based on morphology and geographic distribution is still controversial. Knowledge about the genetic diversity and population structure of the species is limited, which has limited the understanding of the genetic relationships and the orientation of management, conservation, and genetic improvement activities of species of the genus. In the present stud

SUBMITTER: Diaz BG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8291712 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature