Distinct Genetic Structure Reflects Ploidy Level Differentiation in Newly Discovered, Extremely Small Populations of Xanthocyparis vietnamensis from Southwestern China

Population genetic assessment is crucial for the conservation and management of threatened species. Xanthocyparis vietnamensis is an endangered species that is currently restricted to karst mountains in southwestern China and Vietnam. This rare conifer was first recorded in 2002 from northern Vietna...

Full description

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Yuliang Jiang, Tsam Ju, Linda E. Neaves, Jialiang Li, Weining Tan, Yusong Huang, Yan Liu, Kangshan Mao
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2021-11-01
Series:Frontiers in Genetics
Subjects:
Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fgene.2021.733576/full