Abstract
The aim of this work was to detect genetic variability among the set of 20 Tunisian castor genotypes using 5 RAPD markers. Amplification of genomic DNA of 20 genotypes, using RAPD analysis, yielded 42 fragments, with an average of 7.00 polymorphic fragments per primer. Number of amplified fragments ranged from 5 to 9, with the size of amplicons ranging from 200 to 1400 bp. The polymorphic information content (PIC) value ranged from 0.662 to 0.855 with an average of 0.780 and diversity index (DI) value ranged from 0.669 to 0.857 with an average of 0.785. The dendrogram based on hierarchical cluster analysis using UPGMA algorithm was prepared. Knowledge on the genetic diversity of castor can be used for future breeding programs for increased oil production to meet the ever increasing demand of castor oil for industrial uses as well as for biodiesel production.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
