The complete chloroplast genome of Aster scaber Thunb. 1784 (Asteraceae)
2024

Complete Chloroplast Genome of Aster scaber

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Author Information

Author(s): Y. Sheng, Huang Yu-tong, Xing Yan-ping, Li Chun-yan, Tang Zi-xin, Yang Yan-yun, Xu Liang

Primary Institution: School of Pharmacy, Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Dalian, China

Hypothesis

This study aims to sequence and annotate the complete chloroplast genome of Aster scaber.

Conclusion

The study provides valuable insights into the phylogenetic evolution of Aster scaber and offers important chloroplast genome data for species identification and resource development.

Supporting Evidence

  • Aster scaber has a total length of 152,778 bp and consists of various genomic regions.
  • A total of 133 genes were annotated, including 88 protein-coding genes.
  • Phylogenetic analysis showed that A. scaber is closely related to other Aster species.

Takeaway

Scientists studied a plant called Aster scaber and found out all about its DNA, which helps us understand how it is related to other plants.

Methodology

The complete chloroplast genome was sequenced and annotated using bioinformatics tools, and phylogenetic analysis was conducted using maximum likelihood methods.

Limitations

The study primarily focuses on the chloroplast genome without comprehensive analysis of other genetic aspects.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1080/23802359.2024.2447744

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