Ecology and Evolution,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(9)
Published: Aug. 31, 2024
Abstract
Scheuchzeria
palustris
,
the
only
species
in
Scheuchzeriaceae
family,
plays
a
crucial
role
methane
production
and
transportation,
influencing
global
carbon
cycle
maintaining
ecosystem
stability.
However,
it
is
now
threatened
by
human
activities
warming.
In
this
study,
we
generated
new
organelle
genomes
for
S.
with
plastome
(pt)
measuring
158,573
bp
mitogenome
(mt)
420,724
bp.
We
predicted
296
RNA
editing
sites
mt
protein‐coding
genes
(PCGs)
142
pt‐PCGs.
Notably,
abundant
pt‐PCGs
likely
originated
from
horizontal
gene
transfer
between
mitogenome.
Additionally,
identified
positive
selection
signals
four
mt‐PCGs
(
atp4
ccmB
nad3
sdh4
)
one
pt‐PCG
rps7
),
which
may
contribute
to
adaptation
of
low‐temperature
high‐altitude
environments.
Furthermore,
35
mitochondrial
plastid
DNA
(MTPT)
segments
totaling
58,479
bp,
attributed
dispersed
repeats
near
most
MTPT.
Phylogenetic
trees
reconstructed
mt‐
showed
topologies
consistent
APG
IV
system.
conflicting
position
can
be
explained
significant
differences
substitution
rates
its
p
<
.001).
conclusion,
our
study
provides
vital
genomic
resources
support
future
conservation
efforts
explores
mechanisms
.
Forests,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
16(3), P. 385 - 385
Published: Feb. 20, 2025
Prunus
cerasoides
D.-Don
is
a
rare
winter-blooming
species
and
distinctive
potential
germplasm
resource
for
cherry
blossoms.
We
have
characterized
the
mitochondrial
genome
(mitogenome)
of
P.
acquired
monocyclic
molecule
measuring
421,258
bp.
A
total
58
unique
genes
were
annotated,
comprising
36
protein-coding
genes,
19
tRNAs,
three
rRNAs.
In
cerasoides,
we
detected
86
simple
sequence
repeats,
727
dispersed
21
tandem
repeats.
456
RNA
editing
sites
from
34
leading
to
cytosine
uracil
transitions.
Collinear
analysis
revealed
that
mitogenome
quite
conservative
among
subgenus
Cerasus.
Moreover,
our
study
26
segments
plastid
genomic
DNA
had
transferred
plastome
mitogenome.
Six
found
be
completely
these
fragments.
The
maximum
likelihood
phylogenetic
utilizing
mitogenomes
29
distinct
Rosaceae
supports
classification
into
separate
branches.
Comprehending
characterization
crucial
elucidating
its
genetic
foundation
offers
insights
evolutionary
relationships
within
species.
Frontiers in Plant Science,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
16
Published: May 8, 2025
The
genus
Rosa
belongs
to
the
family
Rosaceae
within
order
Rosales,
which
is
one
of
more
ancient
plant
lineages.
At
present,
complete
mitochondrial
genome
spp.
still
rarely
reported,
and
studies
on
are
limited.
In
this
study,
R.
laevigata
was
sequenced
using
both
Pacbio
Sequel
II
DNB-SEQ-T7
platforms.
second-
third-generation
data
for
other
five
species
were
downloaded
from
NCBI
database.
Genome
annotation
performed
Geneious,
with
structural
visualization
via
CPGview.
In-depth
analyses
conducted,
including
assessments
non-synonymous/synonymous
mutation
ratios
(Ka/Ks),
codon
usage
bias,
collinearity,
identification
homologous
fragments
between
chloroplast
genomes.
Finally,
we
employed
maximum
likelihood
(ML)
methods
analyze
phylogenetic
relationships
among
species.
sizes
ranged
156,342
bp
(R.
laevigata)
157,214
agrestis).
GC
content
varied
37.2%
37.3%,
number
genes
129
131.
genomes
all
circular,
lengths
271,191
338,975
bp,
containing
52
59
genes.
Codon
analysis
indicated
a
preference
A/T-ending
codons
in
Four
highly
differentiated
regions
(rps19,
ndhF,
ycf1,
psbM-trnD-GUC)
plastomes
7
identified,
can
serve
as
molecular
markers
future
genetic
diversity.
Compared
PCGs
plastome,
displayed
higher
non-synonymous
synonymous
ratio.
We
also
observed
extensive
gene
transfer
mitochondria
chloroplasts,
particularly
rrn16
rpl23
genes,
commonly
found
These
events
likely
occurred
ancestor
around
4.46
Mya.
Estimates
divergence
indicate
that
rapid
differentiation
took
place
Mya,
potentially
influenced
by
uplift
Qinghai-Tibet
Plateau
during
Late
Miocene.
This
study
enriches
resources
lays
groundwork
development
markers,
analyses,
research
into
evolution
organelle
Frontiers in Plant Science,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
16
Published: May 15, 2025
The
genus
Distylium
(Hamamelidaceae)
is
highly
valued
for
its
applications
in
ornamental
horticulture,
industry,
and
construction.
Although
plastid
genomes
(plastomes)
of
multiple
species
have
been
characterized,
no
mitochondrial
(mitogenomes)
reported
this
genus.
In
study,
we
assembled
annotated
the
complete
mitogenome
racemosum
using
HiFi
sequencing
data.
comprises
a
longer
circular
chromosome
shorter
linear
(904,264
bp
total
length),
revealing
structurally
complex
conformation.
We
67
genes,
including
43
protein-coding
genes
(PCGs),
21
tRNA
three
rRNA
genes.
Analyses
identified
exceptionally
high
repetitive
sequence
content,
with
304
simple
repeats,
1,508
dispersed
50
tandem
representing
highest
repeat
content
among
Saxifragales
mitogenomes
to
date.
Additionally,
49
DNA
sequences
were
detected,
only
one
plastid-derived
gene
(
trnC-GCA
)
transferred
mitogenome.
predicted
697
RNA
editing
sites
across
42
PCGs,
further
underscoring
genome’s
dynamic
evolution.
Phylogenetic
reconstruction
based
on
plastomes
from
18
indicated
D.
occupied
basal
position
within
Saxifragales,
which
consistent
APG
IV
classification
system.
This
study
provides
first
comprehensive
mitogenomic
resource
genus,
offering
valuable
insights
molecular
classification,
identification,
germplasm
conservation
plants.
BMC Plant Biology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
25(1)
Published: May 21, 2025
Abstract
Background
Strobilanthes
sarcorrhiza
is
a
traditional
medicinal
plant
known
for
its
heat-clearing
and
kidney-nourishing
properties.
While
plastid
genome
has
been
reported,
there
scarcity
of
genetic
information
regarding
mitogenome,
leading
to
unclear
phylogenetic
relationships.
We
sequenced
assembled
the
complete
mitogenome
conducted
series
analyses
in
conjunction
with
gain
better
understanding
species’
background.
Results
The
comprised
linear
structure
spanning
617,134
bp.
It
included
35
protein-coding
genes
(PCGs),
19
transfer
RNAs
(tRNAs),
3
ribosomal
(rRNAs)
that
have
annotated.
Additionally,
122
simple
sequence
repeats
(SSRs)
25
tandem
were
identified.
A
total
1,482
pairs
dispersed
detected,
which
account
17.58%
entire
mitogenome.
Furthermore,
37
migration
fragments
between
mitochondrial
genomes
discovered,
consisting
5
PCGs,
7
tRNAs,
1
rRNA.
Based
on
analysis
38
mitogenomes
46
genomes,
evolutionary
relationship
position
S.
elucidated.
Conclusions
This
study
has,
first
time,
provided
insights
into
genomic
characteristics
clarified
position.
These
findings
offered
significant
future
identification
classification
this
genus,
as
well
breeding
plants.
BMC Plant Biology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
25(1)
Published: May 29, 2025
Eucommia
ulmoides
(E.
ulmoides)
is
the
sole
representative
of
Eucommiaceae
family,
exhibiting
abundant
medical
application
as
traditional
Chinese
medicine
and
high
commercial
a
hardy
rubber
tree.
Although
some
high-quality
nuclear
genomes
plastid
(plastome)
have
been
reported,
comprehensive
analysis
its
complete
mitochondrial
genome
(mitogenome)
remains
lacking.
In
this
study,
we
successfully
assembled
first
mitogenome
E.
based
on
PacBio
HiFi
sequencing
data.
The
architecture
exhibited
two
circular
chromosomes
(MC1
MC2)
with
combined
length
541.7
kb.
A
total
61
genes
were
annotated
in
mitogenome,
including
38
unique
protein-coding
(PCGs),
21
tRNA
genes,
2
rRNA
genes.
We
found
that
dispersed
repetitive
sequences
comprised
21.67%
largest
repeat
spanning
>
16
collinearity
other
species
was
relatively
low
longest
homologous
sequence
being
only
5,960
bp.
phylogenetic
trees
constructed
mitogenomes
plastomes,
respectively,
consistently
confirmed
belongs
to
basal
lamiid
clade,
which
congruent
APG
IV
classification
system.
PCG
composition
across
four
major
lineages
land
plants
(liverworts,
ferns,
gymnosperms,
angiosperms)
demonstrated
convergent
reduction
mitogenomic
evolution.
reported
latest
two-circular
chromosomal
obtained
through
reads,
genus
order
Garryales
be
described
detail.
provided
solid
foundation
for
comprehending
evolutionary
trajectories
elucidating
underlying
causes
cytonuclear
discordance
ulmoides.
Frontiers in Plant Science,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15
Published: Sept. 3, 2024
Lindera
aggregata
,
a
member
belongs
to
the
genus
of
Lauraceae
family.
Its
roots
and
leaves
have
been
used
as
traditional
Chinese
medicine
or
functional
food
for
thousands
years.
However,
its
mitochondrial
genome
has
not
explored.
Our
aim
is
sequence
assemble
mitogenome
L.
elucidate
genetic
mechanism
evolutionary
pathway.
The
results
had
shown
that
was
extremely
complex
unique
multi-branched
conformation
with
total
size
912,473
bp.
Comprehensive
analysis
protein
coding
genes
7
related
species
showed
there
were
40
common
in
their
mitogenome.
Interestingly,
positive
selection
become
an
important
factor
evolution
ccmB
ccmFC
rps10
rps11
rps7
genes.
Furthermore,
our
data
highlighted
repeated
trend
homologous
fragment
migrations
between
chloroplast
organelles,
38
fragments
identified.
Phylogenetic
identified
tree
basically
consistent
phylogeny
Laurales
described
APG
IV
system.
To
sum
up,
this
study
will
be
helpful
population
genetics
species.
BMC Genomics,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
25(1)
Published: Nov. 11, 2024
Pepper
(Capsicum
pubescens),
one
of
five
domesticated
pepper
species,
has
unique
characteristics,
such
as
numerous
hairs
on
the
epidermis
its
leaves
and
stems,
black
seeds,
vibrant
purple
flowers.
To
date,
no
studies
have
reported
complete
assembly
mitochondrial
genome
(mitogenome)
C.
pubescens.
Understanding
mitogenome
is
crucial
for
further
research