The western redcedar genome reveals low genetic diversity in a self-compatible conifer
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DOI: 10.1101/gr.276358.121
Abstract: We assembled the 9.8 Gbp genome of western redcedar (WRC, Thuja plicata), an ecologically and economically important conifer species of the Cupressaceae. The genome assembly, derived from a uniquely inbred tree produced through five generations… read more here.
Keywords: western redcedar; genetic diversity; conifer; diversity ... See more keywords
Controlled inoculation provides insight into western redcedar resistance to multiple root- and butt-rot pathogens
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DOI: 10.3389/fpls.2025.1669570
Abstract: Western redcedar (Thuja plicata Donn) is one of the most valuable forest species in western North America, but high incidence of root- and butt-rot diseases has resulted in large economic losses. During a long history… read more here.
Keywords: redcedar; root butt; disease; resistance ... See more keywords