MIK2 is a candidate gene of the S-locus for sporophytic self-incompatibility in chicory (Cichorium intybus, Asteraceae) by Fabio Palumbo, Samela Draga, Gabriele Magon, Giovanni Gabelli, Alessandro Vannozzi, Silvia Farinati, Francesco Scariolo, Margherita Lucchin, Gianni Barcaccia

“…The Cichorium genus offers a unique opportunity to study the sporophytic self-incompatibility (SSI) system, being composed of species characterized by highly efficient self-incompatibility (e.g., C. intybus) and complete self-compatibility (e.g., C. endivia). …”
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Is apomixis occurring in walnut (Juglans regia L.)? New data from progeny molecular tests and cytological investigations shed light on its reproductive system by Sahar Solhjoo, Reza Fatahi, Zabihollah Zamani, Abdolkarim Chehregani Rad, Fabio Palumbo, Gianni Barcaccia

“…Overall, our findings suggest that the occurrence of gametophytic apomixis is unlikely in J. regia, but sporophytic apomixis cannot be completely ruled out.…”
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