De novo assembly of the mitochondrial genome of Glycyrrhiza glabra and identification of two types of homologous recombination configurations caused by repeat sequences
BMC Genomics,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
26(1)
Опубликована: Янв. 6, 2025
Glycyrrhiza
glabra,
which
is
widely
used
in
medicine
and
therapy,
known
as
the
'king
of
traditional
Chinese
medicine'.
In
this
study,
we
successfully
assembled
annotated
mitochondrial
chloroplast
genomes
G.
glabra
via
high-throughput
sequencing
technology,
combining
advantages
short-read
(Illumina)
long-read
(Oxford
Nanopore)
sequencing.
We
revealed
ring
structure
genome,
spans
421,293
bp
with
45.1%
GC
content
56
genes.
Notably,
identified
514
repetitive
sequences,
including
123
Simple
sequence
repeats
(SRs),
3
Tndem
(TSRs),
388
Dispersed
(DSRs).
79
out
DSRs
potentially
involved
homologous
recombination.
five
forward
four
palindromic
that
facilitate
recombination
induce
alterations
genome
structure.
corroborated
finding
polymerase
chain
reaction
(PCR).
Furthermore,
chloroplast-derived
fragments
within
offering
novel
insights
into
evolutionary
history
plant
genomes.
predicted
460
potential
RNA
editing
sites,
primarily
involving
cytosine-to-uracil
transitions.
This
study
reveals
complexity
sequence-mediated
provides
new
its
structure,
function,
evolution.
These
findings
have
important
implications
for
conservation
biology,
population
genetics,
studies,
underscoring
role
sequences
dynamics
highlighting
need
further
research
on
evolution
function
plants.
Язык: Английский
Assembly and comparative analysis of the complete mitochondrial genome of red raspberry (Rubus idaeus L.) revealing repeat-mediated recombination and gene transfer
BMC Plant Biology,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
25(1)
Опубликована: Янв. 22, 2025
Abstract
Background
Red
raspberry
(
Rubus
idaeus
L.)
is
a
renowned
fruit
plant
with
significant
medicinal
value.
Its
nuclear
genome
and
chloroplast
(plastome)
have
been
reported,
while
there
lack
of
genetic
information
on
its
mitogenome.
We
sequenced
assembled
the
complete
mitogenome
R.
,
conducted
series
investigations
comparing
it
genomes,
so
as
to
better
gain
comprehensive
understanding
species’
background.
Results
The
represented
by
one
circular
chromosome
438,947
bp.
Twenty-four
core
genes,
nine
variable
26
tRNAs,
three
rRNAs
were
annotated.
A
total
52
SSRs
38
tandem
repeat
sequences
identified.
533
pairs
dispersed
repeats
detected,
among
which
found
mediated
homologous
recombination,
resulting
in
major
conformation
seven
minor
conformations.
Furthermore,
between
plastome
identified,
including
six
protein-coding
genes
12
tRNA
genes.
also
detected
828
fragments
mitogenome,
trn
M-CAU
gene.
Conclusions
In
this
study,
we
presented
for
first
time
based
data
obtained
from
Illumina
Oxford
Nanopore
sequencing
platforms.
Key
characteristics
examined,
gene
composition,
repetitive
elements,
DNA
fragments.
Additionally,
identified
multiple
recombination
events
high-quality
well-annotated
known
red
will
provide
essential
species
classification,
evolution
analysis,
even
improvement
future.
Язык: Английский
Assembly and comparative analysis of the complete mitochondrial genome of Echinacanthus longipes (Acanthaceae), endemic to the Sino-Vietnamese karst flora
BMC Genomics,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
26(1)
Опубликована: Март 14, 2025
Echinacanthus
longipes
is
an
endemic
species
in
the
Sino-Vietnamese
karst
flora
family
Acanthaceae.
It
displays
distinctive
environmental
adaptation
characteristics
regions.
Although
it
provides
important
model
for
understanding
role
of
limestone
speciation
and
endemism,
mitochondrial
genome
(mtDNA)
E.
has
not
been
fully
characterized.
Here,
mtDNA
was
successfully
assembled
as
a
complex
structure
form
two
small
circular
three
linear
molecules
with
total
length
810,200
bp.
The
annotated
results
revealed
36
protein-coding
genes
(PCGs),
22
tRNA
genes,
rRNA
this
mtDNA.
Notably,
substantial
sequence
repeats
more
tRNAs
translocations
from
chloroplast
to
were
identified.
Among
PCGs
longipes,
majority
401
RNA
editing
sites
involved
amino
acid
transitions
hydrophobic
sites.
current
phylogenetic
analysis
based
on
evolution
Lamiales
close
relationship
between
Avicennia
marina.
However,
comparative
analyses,
including
size,
structure,
GC
contents,
reflected
variation
mitogenomes
within
Acanthaceae,
collinearity
confirmed
low
level
conservation
genomes
related
Lamiales.
Moreover,
Ka/Ks
that
negative
selection
occurred
most
PCGs,
notable
exception
ccmB,
which
underwent
positive
selection.
Interestingly,
ccmB
gene
had
protein
This
study
will
be
invaluable
also
extensive
information
functional
genetic
adaptive
studies
regions
future.
Язык: Английский
Characterize the Complete Mitogenome of Semiaquilegia guangxiensis and Assess the Efficiency of the Mitochondrial Genes in Ranunculales Phylogeny
Ecology and Evolution,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
15(4)
Опубликована: Март 27, 2025
ABSTRACT
Plant
mitochondrial
genome
(mitogenome)
has
crucial
functions
underpinning
survive,
development,
and
reproduction
of
organisms.
However,
the
complete
mitogenomes
have
been
far
less
assembled
annotated
than
plastomes
even
nuclear
genomes
in
plants,
due
to
their
highly
frequent
long
repeat
sequences
genomic
structural
variations.
These
further
hinder
understanding
mitogenome
evolution
restrict
potential
applications
phylogenetic
analyses.
In
this
study,
we
sequenced,
assembled,
Semiaquilegia
guangxiensis
explored
its
usefulness
phylogenetics.
The
results
showed
that
was
composed
two
independent
molecules,
which
had
a
total
length
522,981
bp,
GC
content
45.69%,
58
genes
including
34
protein‐coding
(PCGs),
21
tRNA
genes,
three
rRNA
genes.
A
generalized
codon
usage
preference
observed
among
PCGs,
665
RNA
editing
sites
were
identified
across
all
base
C‐to‐U
edits.
Moreover,
large
number
repetitive
chloroplast‐sourced
transferred
detected.
largest
collinear
block
between
S.
Paropyrum
anemonoides
4282
bp
length.
analyses
based
on
gene
resolved
relationships
within
Ranunculales,
close
.
19
PCGs
ranked
according
efficiencies
resolution
several
metrics,
combined
metric
suggested
mat
R,
rps
3,
nad
5
top
loci
contributing
most
phylogeny.
As
first
reported
,
our
findings
enrich
limited
library
reecho
complex
evolutionary
dynamics
mitogenome,
highlight
Язык: Английский
The complete mitochondrial genome of Cenchrus fungigraminus indicates structural dynamics and sequence divergences in Poaceae family
Frontiers in Plant Science,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
16
Опубликована: Май 30, 2025
Background
Cenchrus
fungigraminus
is
a
perennial
grass
species,
which
used
in
the
cultivation
of
edible
fungi,
helping
to
resolve
land
use
conflicts
between
fungus
and
forest
production.
It
can
be
also
utilized
for
bioethanol
production
fiberboard
manufacturing.
Currently,
no
report
was
released
on
mitochondrial
genome.
Thus,
C.
genome
assembled
annotated
utilizing
combination
Illumina
PacBio
sequencing
data.
Results
The
measures
404,398
bp
exhibits
linear
structure.
GC
content
43.
98%,
64
characteristic
genes
were
identified,
containing
34
protein-coding,
six
rRNA,
22
tRNA
two
pseudo-genes,
with
17
30
introns.
codon
usage
displayed
significant
A/T
preference.
A
total
235
dispersed,
93
simple
sequence,
38
tandem
repeats
detected.
Furthermore,
sequence
fragments
(17,634
bp)
transferred
from
chloroplast
mitochondria,
accounting
4.36%
complete
gene
rps2
identified
as
having
highest
polymorphism.
Additionally,
these
(
ccmB
,
nad2
rps7
)
influenced
by
positive
selection.
Among
reported
Poaceae
genomes,
sizes
range
381,065
704,100
bp,
ranging
42.27%
44.43%.
Three
sdh3
rps10
rpl6
are
missing
genome,
indicating
rearrangements
overall
structure
low
homology.
shown
that
most
closely
related
Saccharum
officinarum
within
family
Phylogenetic
analysis.
interspecific
Ka/Ks
comparison
indicated
28
protein-coding
have
ratio
<
1.
Conclusion
Therefore,
data
enriched
theoretical
basis
provided
germplasm
evaluation
new
variety
utilization.
Язык: Английский
Mitochondrial Genome Assembly and Comparative Analysis of Chionanthus Retusus (Oleaceae)
Genes,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
15(12), С. 1523 - 1523
Опубликована: Ноя. 27, 2024
Background/Objectives:
Chionanthus
retusus
Lindl.
&
Paxton
is
an
ornamental
tree
species
native
to
North
China.
Research
on
the
mitochondrial
genome
can
elucidate
evolution
and
biological
characteristics
of
C.
better
protect
this
important
species.
Methods
Results:
This
work
aimed
clarify
evolutionary
phylogenetic
links
by
sequencing,
assembling,
annotating,
analyzing
entire
retusus.
The
single-loop
structure
that
made
up
had
a
total
length
657,640
bp
GC
content
44.52%.
In
total,
37
unique
protein-coding
genes,
20
tRNA
3
rRNA
genes
were
identified.
Numerous
repeat
sequences
migrating
fragments
chloroplast
found.
Using
construct
trees,
it
was
found
closest
relative
rupicola
(Lingelsh.)
Kiew.
Conclusions:
research
represents
first
comprehensive
set
data
ancient
(>500
yr)
specimen.
addition
elucidating
findings
contribute
Oleaceae
database
offer
valuable
insights
for
future
studies
in
molecular
breeding,
biology,
genetic
diversity
conservation.
Язык: Английский
Complete Mitogenome Assembly and Comparative Analysis of Vaccinium bracteatum (Ericaceae), a Rich Source of Health-Promoting Molecules
International Journal of Molecular Sciences,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
25(22), С. 12027 - 12027
Опубликована: Ноя. 8, 2024
Vaccinium
bracteatum
is
a
valuable
plant
used
both
as
food
and
medicine
in
China,
but
low
production
limits
the
development
of
its
industry.
As
such,
it
important
to
develop
genetic
resources
for
high-value
species
preservation
wild
populations
utilization.
The
complete
chloroplast
nuclear
genomes
have
already
been
available;
however,
mitogenome
has
not
yet
characterized.
Here,
V.
was
assembled
using
HiFi
reads,
comparative
analysis
conducted.
circular
sequence
708,384
bp
with
GC
content
45.28%,
which
67
genes
were
annotated,
including
36
protein-coding
genes,
26
tRNA
3
rRNA
2
pseudogenes.
Overall,
370
dispersed
repeats,
161
simple
42
tandem
repeats
identified,
360
RNA
editing
sites
predicted.
There
extensive
DNA
migration
among
three
genomes.
In
addition,
most
underwent
purifying
selection
throughout
evolution,
nucleotide
diversity
highly
variable.
indicated
that
sizes,
structures,
gene
contents
mitogenomes
differed
significantly,
functional
relatively
conserved
Ericales
species.
Mitogenome-based
phylogenetic
precise.
evolutionary
taxonomic
status
bracteatum.
represents
last
link
reference
genome
lays
foundation
effective
utilization
molecular
breeding
this
plant.
Язык: Английский
Structural and evolutionary analyses of the mitochondrial genome of Spuriopimpinella brachycarpa
Frontiers in Plant Science,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
15
Опубликована: Ноя. 26, 2024
(Kom.)
Kitag.,
a
member
of
the
Apiaceae
family,
is
perennial
aromatic
herb
native
to
Northeast
Asia
with
applications
in
culinary
and
traditional
medicine.
Despite
its
significance,
most
studies
on
Язык: Английский