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Geographical Variation Reveals Strong Genetic Differentiation in Cryptomeria japonica var. sinensis
The adaptive capacity of tree species is crucial for their survival under environmental change. Liushan (Cryptomeria japonica var. sinensis), an allogamous conifer species, is widely distributed across southern China. However, despite its broad distribution, there have been few investigations on the geographical variation and environmental adaptability of this species. Here, we combined the phenotypic (eight needle traits) and genetic data (14 nSSR loci) to fill this gap by assessing the genetic variation of geographical populations and exploring environmental adaptations of this species. Both phenotypic and molecular genetic analyses indicated a strong genetic differentiation among geographic populations. All populations could be clustered into three groups that were consistent with their geography. Most of the needle traits showed significantly correlated with geography and environmental factors. Geographical isolation and environmental differences are the main factors that have shaped current morphological traits and patterns of genetic variation. We suggest conservation measures to be implemented on a population level with existing populations, especially those with rare phenotypes as the main goal. Our findings shed light on the geographic variation in Liushan and expanded the knowledge of its putative adaptive mechanisms, ultimately benefiting the conservation of this species.
Geographical Variation Reveals Strong Genetic Differentiation in Cryptomeria japonica var. sinensis
The adaptive capacity of tree species is crucial for their survival under environmental change. Liushan (Cryptomeria japonica var. sinensis), an allogamous conifer species, is widely distributed across southern China. However, despite its broad distribution, there have been few investigations on the geographical variation and environmental adaptability of this species. Here, we combined the phenotypic (eight needle traits) and genetic data (14 nSSR loci) to fill this gap by assessing the genetic variation of geographical populations and exploring environmental adaptations of this species. Both phenotypic and molecular genetic analyses indicated a strong genetic differentiation among geographic populations. All populations could be clustered into three groups that were consistent with their geography. Most of the needle traits showed significantly correlated with geography and environmental factors. Geographical isolation and environmental differences are the main factors that have shaped current morphological traits and patterns of genetic variation. We suggest conservation measures to be implemented on a population level with existing populations, especially those with rare phenotypes as the main goal. Our findings shed light on the geographic variation in Liushan and expanded the knowledge of its putative adaptive mechanisms, ultimately benefiting the conservation of this species.
Geographical Variation Reveals Strong Genetic Differentiation in Cryptomeria japonica var. sinensis
Xinyu Li (author) / Minjun Dai (author) / Minqiu Wang (author) / Xingtong Wu (author) / Mengying Cai (author) / Yiling Tao (author) / Jiadi Huang (author) / Yafeng Wen (author)
2023
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