Plant Genetics
Multiple genetic resistances in Capsicum spp
Authors: C.S. Bento, A.G. de Souza, C.P. Sudr�©, S. Pimenta and R. Rodrigues
This study aimed to identify Capsicum genotypes with resistance to bacterial spot (BS), anthracnose and Pepper yellow mosaic virus (PepYMV). Fifty-four genotypes of Capsicum spp were evaluated. Resistance reaction against BS was evaluated using three replicates, testing hypersensitivity and quantitative resistance in leaves. A.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(3):
- gmr16039789
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16039789
Identification of soybean genotypes with high stability for the Brazilian macro-region 402 via biplot analysis
Authors: E.U. Ramos Junior, R.L. Brogin, V.P.C. Godinho, F.J.E. Botelho, F.D. Tardin and P.E. Teodoro
Biplot analysis has often been used to recommend genotypes from different crops in the presence of the genotype x environment interaction (GxE). The objective of this study was to verify the association between the AMMI and GGE biplot methods and to select soybean genotypes that simultaneously meet high grain yield and stabili.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(3):
- gmr16039786
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16039786
In vivo antimutagenic activity of the medicinal plants Pfaffia glomerata (Brazilian ginseng) and Ginkgo biloba
Authors: I.V. Almeida, E. D�¼sman, G.I. Mattge, F. Toledo, A.F. Reusing and V.E.P. Vicentini
Complementary and alternative therapies, including the use of medicinal plants, have become almost standard among the world’s population. Pfaffia glomerata (PG), popularly known as Brazilian ginseng, is widely used as a restorer of vital functions, increasing mental balance, and is used for the treatment of diabetes and .. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(3):
- gmr16039785
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16039785
Chemotherapeutical effects of the herbal medicine Uncaria tomentosa (Willd.) DC.
Authors: I.V. Almeida, L.C. Soares, F.T. Lucio, L.B. Cantagalli, A.F. Reusing and V.E.P. Vicentini
The use of medicinal plants dates back to the beginning of humanity, and today their application as complementary therapy has been widely disseminated as an alternative to conventional therapy. The medicinal plant named Uncaria tomentosa (Willd.) DC. (known as cat’s claw) is a common woody vine of the Amazon forest that .. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(3):
- gmr16039782
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16039782
Prediction of genetic gains by selection indices using mixed models in elephant grass for energy purposes
Authors: V.B. Silva, R F. Daher, M.S.B. Ara�ºjo, Y.P. Souza, S. Cassaro, B.R.S. Menezes, L.M. Gravina, A.A.C. Novo, F.D. Tardin and A.T. Amaral J�ºnior
Genetically improved cultivars of elephant grass need to be adapted to different ecosystems with a faster growth speed and lower seasonality of biomass production over the year. This study aimed to use selection indices using mixed models (REML/BLUP) for selecting families and progenies within full-sib families of elephant gra.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(3):
- gmr16039781
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16039781
Structure and genetic diversity of Anacardium humile (Anacardiaceae): a tropical shrub
Authors: L.G. Cota, P.A. Moreira, M.M. Brand�£o, V.A. Royo, A.F. Melo Junior, E.V. Menezes and D.A. Oliveira
Anacardium humile Saint Hilaire is a tropical shrub native to the Cerrado biome. It is a fruiting species with biological, medicinal, and socioeconomic significance. Thus, knowing how the genetic variability of natural populations is organized allows for the establishment of strategies for conservation and the sustainable use .. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(3):
- gmr16039778
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16039778
Genetic divergence in elite castor bean lineages based on TRAP markers
Authors: K.S. Sim�µes, S.A. Silva, E.L. Machado and M.S. Silva
Castor bean (Ricinus communis L.) is a tropical plant of great commercial interest and a potential source of biodiesel. The development of genetically improved cultivars with high amounts of oil in the seeds and low ricin toxicity is crucial to increase the productivity of this crop. The use of TRAP (target region amplificatio.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(3):
- gmr16039776
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16039776
Agricultural performance and genetic parameters for yield-related traits of sugar- and energy cane families derived from planned crosses
Authors: A.R. Fernandes J�ºnior, A.A.C. de Azeredo, R.A. de Oliveira, J.C. Bespalhok Filho, O.T. Ido, E. Daros and B.P. Brasileiro
The forecast of a growing energy demand in the coming years has aroused particular interest in biomass for energy cogeneration, to diversify the energy matrix by using clean and renewable sources. To meet the new demands of the sugarcane industry, this study evaluated the agronomic performance and estimated genetic parameters .. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(3):
- gmr16039773
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16039773
Genetic control and combining ability of agronomic attributes and northern leaf blight-related attributes in popcorn
Authors: J.S. Santos, A.T. Amaral J�ºnior, M. Vivas, G.S. Mafra, G.F. Pena,F.H.L. Silva and A.G. Guimar�£es
The present study was conducted to investigate the genetic control and to estimate the general and specific combining abilities of popcorn for agronomic attributes and attributes related to resistance to northern leaf blight (NLB). The 56 hybrids (F1 and reciprocals), together with the eight parent lines and six controls, were.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(3):
- gmr16039772
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16039772
Indices estimated using REML/BLUP and introduction of a super-trait for the selection of progenies in popcorn
Authors: C. Vittorazzi, A.T. Amaral Junior, A.G. Guimar�£es, A.P. Viana, F.H.L. Silva, G.F. Pena, R.F. Daher, I.F.S Gerhardt, G.H.F. Oliveira and M.G. Pereira
Selection indices commonly utilize economic weights, which become arbitrary genetic gains. In popcorn, this is even more evident due to the negative correlation between the main characteristics of economic importance - grain yield and popping expansion. As an option in the use of classical biometrics as a selection index, the .. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(3):
- gmr16039769
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16039769