Molecular identification of genetic diversity in date palms (Phoenix dactylifera L.) from Algerian oases using Simple Sequence Repeats (SSR) markers
Year: 2023
Type: article
Abstract: In this study, we analyzed the genetic diversity of 102 Algerian date palm (Phoenix dactylifera L.) samples from the oases of Biskra region, the oases of Bechar region, the oases of Adrar region, the oases of Oued Souf region and the oases of Ghardaia region, using SSR (Simple Sequence Repeat) markers. They resulted in 56 alleles with an average of 6.22 alleles per locus. Observed heterozygosity (Ho) ranged from 0.222 (DP 171) to 1.000 (mPdCIR 50, mPdCIR 57, DP 159 and DP 169) with a mean of 0.687. The expected heterozygosity (He) ranged from 0.364 (DP 171) to 0.855 (mPdCIR 50) with a mean of 0.694. From the results obtained in the germplasm of various analyzed Algerian date palm oases, a large genetic diversity was revealed.
Source: South African Journal of Botany
Authors: Rekis Abdelkrim, Laiadi Ziane, Boudchicha Hind Rima, Chatti Khaled, Choulak Sarra, Boumegoura Ali
Institutions: University of Biskra, CRSTRA, University of Monastir
Language: English
Topic: Date Palm Research Studies
Subfield: Plant Science
Domain: Life Sciences
SDG: Zero hunger
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $2,750
OpenAlex ID: W4366179652