Scientists completed the first orchid whole genome sequencing

Tuesday, November 25, 2014 - 15:31 in Biology & Nature

As one of the most diverse plant family, orchid now has its first genome sequenced. All around the world, orchids are highly endangered species because of illegal collection and habitat loss. The complete genome sequence of P. equestris will provide an important resource to explore orchid diversity and evolution at the genome level.

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