Understanding the genetic diversity and population structure of yam (Dioscorea alata L.) using microsatellite markers.

Understanding the genetic diversity and population structure of yam (Dioscorea alata L.) using microsatellite markers.

Yams (Dioscorea sp.) are staple food crops for millions of people in tropical and subtropical regions. Dioscorea alata, also known as greater yam, is one of the major cultivated species and most widely distributed throughout the tropics. Despite its economic and cultural importance, very little is k...

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Main Authors: Gemma Arnau, Ranjana Bhattacharjee, Sheela Mn, Hana Chair, Roger Malapa, Vincent Lebot, Abraham K, Xavier Perrier, Dalila Petro, Laurent Penet, Claudie Pavis
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2017-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC5371318?pdf=render

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