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A first look at the genome structure of hexaploid “Mitcham” peppermint (Mentha × piperita L.)

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Peppermint, Mentha × piperita L., is a hexaploid (2n = 6x = 72) and the predominant cultivar of commercial mint oil production in the US. This cultivar is threatened because of high susceptibility to the fungal disease verticillium wilt, caused by Verticillium dahliae. This report details the first draft polyploid chromosome-level genome assembly for this mint species. The "Mitcham" genome resource will broaden comparative studies of disease resistance, essential oil biosynthesis, and hybridization events within the genus Mentha. It will also be a valuable contribution to the body of phylogenetic studies involving Mentha and other genera that contain species with varying ploidy levels.

Source: G3 Genes Genomes Genetics

DOI: 10.1093/g3journal/jkae195

Authors: Samuel C Talbot, Iovanna Pandelova, Bernd Markus Lange, Kelly J Vining

Institutions: Oregon State University, Washington State University

Language: English

Topic: Chromosomal and Genetic Variations

Subfield: Plant Science

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Zero hunger

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,790