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RESEARCH LITERATURE

The Research Literature database was created and funded by the Florida Wildflower Foundation. Use the search features below to find scientific articles on native wildflowers that are commercially available or used in restoration projects.

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Genetic diversity and population structure of Yucca filamentosa (Agavaceae)

Author(s): L. K. Massey and J. L. Hamrick

Month: Mar
Year: 1998

Publication Type: Article
Journal: American Journal of Botany
Journal Link: http://www.amjbot.org/
Volume: 85
Issue: 3
Pages: 340-345

Article Topic(s): Genetics
Research Setting(s): Laboratory

Species Referenced: Yucca filamentosa (Adam's needle),

Abstract

Researches the genetic diversity of 18 populations of Yucca filamentosa in the southeastern United States. Levels of genetic diversity were high, despite the behavior of this species' sole pollinator, the yucca moth.

Suggested Citation

L. K. Massey and J. L. Hamrick. "Genetic diversity and population structure of Yucca filamentosa (Agavaceae)." American Journal of Botany 85.3 (1998): 340-345.

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ISSN: 0002-9122

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