Transferability and discriminating power of ISSR and SCoT markers for studying genetic diversity in Dacryodes edulis accessions from Nigeria

Phytologia Balcanica 2026 Open access

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Authors: Temitope Omoniyi Oyebola, Adeniyi A. Jayeola, Kafilat Abiodun Odesola, Temitope Esther Shonde, Temitope Esther Owoeye
DOI: 10.3897/phytolbalcan.32.e187443
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Abstract

Dacryodes edulis is a culturally and economically important fruit tree native to Central and West Africa. Despite its benefits, its genetic diversity remains underexplored. This study has used Inter-Simple Sequence Repeat (ISSR) and Start Codon Targeted (SCoT) markers to assess the genetic diversity and relationships among 32 accessions collected from Nigeria. Genomic DNA was extracted using a modified CTAB protocol and amplified by 15 ISSR and 10 SCoT primers. The results highlight the effectiveness of these markers in elucidating genetic variation and phylogenetic relationships, thus providing a foundation for genetic resource management and conservation.

Fields of Study & Subjects

African Botany and Ecology Studies Cocoa and Sweet Potato Agronomy Natural Products and Applications

Publication details

Journal / source
Phytologia Balcanica
Publisher
Pensoft Publishers
Volume
32
Pages
51–61
Publication date
3 February 2026
Language
EN