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Sequence-related amplified polymorphism markers – a tool for litchi breeders in Africa
Elliosha
Hajari
Agricultural Research Council – Tropical and Subtropical Crops, Nelspruit, South Africa
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4658-0402
Dzunisani
Nonyane
Agricultural Research Council – Tropical and Subtropical Crops, Nelspruit, South Africa
Regina
Cronje
Agricultural Research Council – Tropical and Subtropical Crops, Nelspruit, South Africa
Litchi represents an economically important crop in South Africa – however, the local industry is based on only five cultivars. In order to expand the gene pool and to extend the harvest season, new cultivars have been imported. Currently, cultivars are identified based on morphological characteristics, but these are not always reliable. Molecular markers provide a tool to supplement morphological characterisation, particularly in cases in which confusion exists. The present study reports on the application of sequencerelated amplified polymorphism (SRAP) markers in litchi for assessment of genetic relationships and molecular characterisation. The results provide evidence for separation of cultivars based on maturation period and fruit characteristics. The SRAP markers provide a tool for molecular characterisation that can be readily used by researchers with limited budgets, which is common in many developing countries.
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