A Chromosome-Scale Genome Assembly of <i>Mitragyna speciosa</i> (Kratom) and the Assessment of Its Genetic Diversity in Thailand

<i>Mitragyna speciosa</i> (Kratom) is a tropical narcotic plant native to Southeast Asia with unique pharmacological properties. Here, we report the first chromosome-scale assembly of the <i>M. speciosa</i> genome. We employed PacBio sequencing to obtain a preliminary assembl...

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Main Authors: Wirulda Pootakham, Thippawan Yoocha, Nukoon Jomchai, Wasitthee Kongkachana, Chaiwat Naktang, Chutima Sonthirod, Srimek Chowpongpang, Panyavut Aumpuchin, Sithichoke Tangphatsornruang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-10-01
Series:Biology
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2079-7737/11/10/1492