Evolutionary history of Silene latifolia sex chromosomes revealed by genetic mapping of four genes.
The sex chromosomes of dioecious white campion, Silene latifolia (Caryophyllaceae), are of relatively recent origin (10-20 million years), providing a unique opportunity to trace the origin and evolution of sex chromosomes in this genus by comparing closely related Silene species with and without se...
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Language: | English |
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2005
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