Published in Scientific Papers. Series B, Horticulture, Vol. LXVIV, Issue 2
Written by Mihaela IORDĂCHESCU, Maria OJOG, Anca-Amalia UDRIȘTE, Liliana BĂDULESCU
Sequence-related amplified polymorphism (SRAP) molecular markers have proven to be an effective tool for assessing genetic diversity and cultivar identification in various plant species. Present study aimed to genotype nine Romanian blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum) cultivars – 'Lax’, 'Prod’, 'Vital’, 'Azur’, 'Simultan’, 'Delicia’, 'Pastel’, 'Safir’, and 'Augusta’ - using SRAP markers to evaluate their genetic variability and relationships. A set of polymorphic SRAP primers was selected to amplify DNA fragments, and the banding patterns were analysed to assess genetic similarity. Cluster analysis grouped the cultivars based on their genetic similarities, providing valuable insights into their genetic background and potential breeding applications. The study reveals the effectiveness of SRAP markers for the differentiation of Romanian blueberry cultivars, providing a dependable approach for cultivar identification, genetic conservation, and breeding initiatives. This research could be a valuable support for improved cultivars development.
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