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Molecular Phylogeny And Phylogeography Reveal Recent Divergence In The Iberis Simplex Dc. (Brassicaceae) Species Complex, Emre Çi̇lden, Bariş Özüdoğru
Molecular Phylogeny And Phylogeography Reveal Recent Divergence In The Iberis Simplex Dc. (Brassicaceae) Species Complex, Emre Çi̇lden, Bariş Özüdoğru
Turkish Journal of Botany
According to the current taxonomic delimitation, the Mediterranean genus Iberis comprises about 30 species. Among them, the taxonomy and species delimitation of Iberis simplex and its morphologically close relatives (I. attica, I. carica, I. gypsicola, I. halophila, and I. spruneri), described here as the I. simplex species complex, are controversial and several different names are used for the members of this complex. Past phylogenetic studies did not include the members of this complex and here we present the first comprehensive phylogenetic and phylogeographic study based on nuclear ITS and chloroplast trnL-F regions to …
Genome-Wide Identification And Evolutionary Analysis Of Cngc Gene Families In Sixteen Brassicaceae Plant Genomes, Akram Ali Baloch, Kaleem U. Kakar, Asma Abro, Muhammad Mushtaq, Zarqa Nawaz, Abrar Hussain
Genome-Wide Identification And Evolutionary Analysis Of Cngc Gene Families In Sixteen Brassicaceae Plant Genomes, Akram Ali Baloch, Kaleem U. Kakar, Asma Abro, Muhammad Mushtaq, Zarqa Nawaz, Abrar Hussain
Turkish Journal of Botany
Cyclic nucleotide-gated channels (CNGCs) are ligand-gated calcium signaling channels, play vital biological functions. Nonetheless, the CNGC gene families have not been well studied in Brassicaceae which includes commercially important and evolutionary model crops. Here, using in silico approaches, we recognized 414 CNGC genes in sixteen sequenced genomes of Brassicaceae species, which represent 10 genera of 8 tribes, ranging between 10-51 genes. These CNGCs can be classified into four main groups (I-IV) and two subgroups (IV-A and IV-B), of which, Group-II CNGC is the oldest that has gradually disappeared from the Arabis alpina L. genome. These results present a comprehensive overview …
Phylogenetic And Biogeographical History Confirm The Anatolian Origin Of Bornmuellera (Brassicaceae) And Clade Divergence Between Anatolia And The Balkans In The Plio-Pleistocene Transition, Bariş Özüdoğru, Klaus Mummenhoff
Phylogenetic And Biogeographical History Confirm The Anatolian Origin Of Bornmuellera (Brassicaceae) And Clade Divergence Between Anatolia And The Balkans In The Plio-Pleistocene Transition, Bariş Özüdoğru, Klaus Mummenhoff
Turkish Journal of Botany
Understanding disjunct distribution patterns in the Balkan Peninsula and Anatolia is important in order to reconstruct robust biogeographical hypotheses. This is instrumental in understanding the recolonization patterns of Europe during the Quaternary glaciation/interglaciation periods and the potential role of Anatolia as a refugium. Unfortunately, only a few studies have been conducted to uncover such processes. Here, we used all eight species of the genus Bornmuellera (Brassicaceae) with a scattered distribution in the Balkans and Anatolia to reconstruct its biogeographic history. We applied nuclear internal transcribed spacer (ITS) and plastid trnL-F regions and showed that 1) Bornmuellera is monophyletic and, 2) …
Structural Characterization Of Its2 And Cbc Species Concept Applications In The Tribe Coluteocarpeae (Brassicaceae), Kurtuluş Özgi̇şi̇
Structural Characterization Of Its2 And Cbc Species Concept Applications In The Tribe Coluteocarpeae (Brassicaceae), Kurtuluş Özgi̇şi̇
Turkish Journal of Botany
The taxonomic utility of internal transcribed spacer 2 (ITS2) secondary structures in different plant groups, as well as in Brassicaceae, has been addressed by many studies. Although characterization and applications of ITS2 secondary structures for the members of main Brassicaceae lineages (Lineages I, II, III, and expanded Lineage II) have been studied, the utility of compensatory base change (CBC) species concept has not been the subject of any studies thus far. In the current study, the ITS2 secondary structures of 49 Coluteocarpeae (expanded Lineage II) specimens were investigated to determine relationships among the species. In addition to the utility of …
Fruit And Seed Macro- And Micromorphologies Of The Genus Matthiola (Brassicaceae) In Turkey And Their Taxonomic Value, Ayla Kaya, Murat Ünal, Abdurrahman Sefali, Esra Marti̇n
Fruit And Seed Macro- And Micromorphologies Of The Genus Matthiola (Brassicaceae) In Turkey And Their Taxonomic Value, Ayla Kaya, Murat Ünal, Abdurrahman Sefali, Esra Marti̇n
Turkish Journal of Botany
Macro- and micromorphological features of fruit and seeds belonging to 12 taxa genera of Matthiola W.T.Aiton were studied via stereomicroscope and scanning electron microscope. In macromorphological studies, the following variables were investigated: the shape, size, and color of fruit and seeds; the length of fruiting pedicel; the structure of the median vein; stigma (horns); and trichome properties and density in fruit. In micromorphological studies, the presence or absence of seed wings, seed coat pattern in disc and wing, and epidermal cell shape in disc and wing were determined. According to our findings, all characters of fruit and seeds are extremely …
Noccaea Ali-Atahanii (Brassicaceae): A New Species From Southern Anatolia, Yelda Güzel, Bariş Özüdoğru, Sami̇m Kayikçi, Kurtuluş Özgi̇şi̇
Noccaea Ali-Atahanii (Brassicaceae): A New Species From Southern Anatolia, Yelda Güzel, Bariş Özüdoğru, Sami̇m Kayikçi, Kurtuluş Özgi̇şi̇
Turkish Journal of Botany
Noccaea ali-atahanii , a new Brassicaceae species from southern Anatolia, is described herein. It is mostly similar to N. aghrica , but can be readily distinguished by the presence of apical placentation and orbiculate fruit with wings extending almost evenly from the base to the apex. Its phylogenetic relationships within the genus are provided based on the nuclear-encoded ribosomal internal transcribed spacer region. Carpological and ecological features of N. ali-atahanii and related species are also discussed.
Study Of Phylogenetic Relationship Of Turkish Species Ofmatthiola (Brassicaceae) Based On Issr Amplification, Beki̇r Doğan, Mustafa Çeli̇k, Murat Ünal, Abdurrahman Sefali, Esra Marti̇n, Ayla Kaya
Study Of Phylogenetic Relationship Of Turkish Species Ofmatthiola (Brassicaceae) Based On Issr Amplification, Beki̇r Doğan, Mustafa Çeli̇k, Murat Ünal, Abdurrahman Sefali, Esra Marti̇n, Ayla Kaya
Turkish Journal of Botany
Matthiola W.T.Aiton is a taxonomically complex genus in which there are many problems, mostly with Matthiola longipetala and M. Odoratissima. Matthiola species native to Turkey were collected from various locations in Anatolia, and their DNA was isolated. Revision studies performed on the basis of molecular data obtained from studies conducted in recent years have made the phylogenetic relationships and systematic positions of the taxa more apparent and reliable. Consequently, the remaining taxonomic problems among the species have been resolved through the use of DNA-based molecular analysis methods, which, unlike phenotype studies, are not affected by environmental factors. The inter-simple sequence …
A New Species Of Sisymbrium (Brassicaceae) From Turkey: Morphological And Molecular Evidence, Bi̇rol Mutlu, Şükrü Karakuş
A New Species Of Sisymbrium (Brassicaceae) From Turkey: Morphological And Molecular Evidence, Bi̇rol Mutlu, Şükrü Karakuş
Turkish Journal of Botany
Sisymbrium malatyanum Mutlu & Karakuş is identified as a new species from Malatya Province, East Anatolia, Turkey. Morphological and molecular (entire ITS region) studies proved that this species especially resembles Sisymbrium brassiciforme, S. heteromallum, S. altissimum, S. damascenum, and S. austriacum subsp. contortum. New species and related taxa are discussed in terms of morphological and molecular differences. Epicuticular wax on the fruit surface of the new species was determined. SEM images (hairs on leaf, stem, fruit, stylus, and epicuticular wax crystalloids) and field photographs (habitat, flowering and fruiting shape of habitus, and fruit) are presented.
Assessment Of Genetic Diversity And Phylogenetic Relationships Of Endangered Endemic Plant Barbarea Integrifolia Dc. (Brassicaceae) In Turkey, Ertuğrul Fi̇li̇z, Etem Osma, Ali̇ Kandemi̇r, Hüseyi̇n Tombuloğlu, Guzi̇n Tombuloglu, Seda Bi̇rbi̇lener, Mehtap Aydin
Assessment Of Genetic Diversity And Phylogenetic Relationships Of Endangered Endemic Plant Barbarea Integrifolia Dc. (Brassicaceae) In Turkey, Ertuğrul Fi̇li̇z, Etem Osma, Ali̇ Kandemi̇r, Hüseyi̇n Tombuloğlu, Guzi̇n Tombuloglu, Seda Bi̇rbi̇lener, Mehtap Aydin
Turkish Journal of Botany
Barbarea integrifolia DC. (Brassicaceae) is an endangered and endemic species located in Erzincan and Gümüşhane provinces of Turkey. In total, 27 individuals from 2 natural populations were assessed using the random amplified polymorphic DNA polymerase chain reaction (RAPD-PCR) method coupled with sequence analysis of the internal transcribed spacer (ITS1) rDNA region. Genetic accuracy of RAPD-PCR was tested with 25 RAPD primers, and it resulted in 115 clear and reproducible DNA fragments from 13 RAPD primers. Among these, 76 (66.1%) fragments were found to be polymorphic. According to the ITS1 analysis of B. integrifolia populations, the plants exhibited a relatively poor …
Subcellular Localization And Developmental Regulation Of Cytosolic, Soluble Pyrophosphatase Isoforms In Arabidopsis Thaliana, Zahi̇de Nesli̇han Öztürk, Steffen Greiner, Thomas Rausch
Subcellular Localization And Developmental Regulation Of Cytosolic, Soluble Pyrophosphatase Isoforms In Arabidopsis Thaliana, Zahi̇de Nesli̇han Öztürk, Steffen Greiner, Thomas Rausch
Turkish Journal of Botany
Pyrophosphate (PP_{I}) is the by-product of several reversible key reactions of primary metabolism. Thus, generated PP_i should be removed by hydrolysis via pyrophosphatases to prevent accumulation and to drive anabolism. In plastids, a plastidic, soluble pyrophosphatase splits PP_i released by ADPG pyrophosphorylase. The cytosolic PP_i pool is believed to be hydrolyzed by tonoplast- and/or Golgi-integral H^{+}-translocating pyrophosphatases. The Arabidopsis thaliana (L.) Heynh. genome encodes 6 soluble pyrophosphatase isoforms (PPas), 1 of which was shown to be localized in plastids. The remaining 5 of those PPas (PPas 1-5) are more similar to each other with highly conserved protein sequences. They all …
Seed-Coat Microsculpturing Of Turkish Lepidium (Brassicaceae) And Its Systematic Application, Mehmet Bona
Seed-Coat Microsculpturing Of Turkish Lepidium (Brassicaceae) And Its Systematic Application, Mehmet Bona
Turkish Journal of Botany
This article investigates the seed exomorphic characteristics of 14 taxa of Lepidium L. in Brassicaceae by light microscope and scanning electron microscope (SEM). The exomorphic characteristics of the seed are size, seed shape, seed colour, seed wings, and seed surface pattern. All characteristics of the seeds are described, illustrated, and compared in this article. The results of SEM at higher magnification showed 6 types of seed surface patterns: tuberculate, reticulate, ruminate, reticulate-tuberculate, reticulate-areolate, and reticulate-fovate. In these seed surface patterns, there were diagnostic characteristics and differences at the specific level for Lepidium.
Lectotypification, Description, And Distribution Of Arabis Deflexa (Cruciferae), Bi̇rol Mutlu, Sadik Eri̇k
Lectotypification, Description, And Distribution Of Arabis Deflexa (Cruciferae), Bi̇rol Mutlu, Sadik Eri̇k
Turkish Journal of Botany
In this paper, a lectotype for Arabis deflexa Boiss. is designated, and detailed morphological properties and differences between related taxa and a distribution map are given. Furthermore, an IUCN threat category is proposed.
Nickel Hyperaccumulation By Natural Plants In Turkish Serpentine Soils, Haşi̇m Altinözlü, Alpteki̇n Karagöz, Turgay Polat, İlhami̇ Ünver
Nickel Hyperaccumulation By Natural Plants In Turkish Serpentine Soils, Haşi̇m Altinözlü, Alpteki̇n Karagöz, Turgay Polat, İlhami̇ Ünver
Turkish Journal of Botany
Natural plants in Turkish serpentine soils were surveyed to determine their Ni accumulation capability. Geographic distribution and diethylene triamine pentaacetic acid (DTPA)-extractable nickel contents of the western Anatolian serpentine soils and their vegetative contents were studied to find the possible relationships between the phytoavailable Ni amount in the soil and the Ni content of potential accumulator plants. Over half of the surface area of Turkey was targeted in the study. Aboveground parts of 413 herbaceous plants and the surface soil (0-15 cm) of 192 serpentine samples were collected. A digital elevation model and ANUSPLIN and ArcGIS 8.1 software packages were …
New Morphological Characters For Some Erysimum (Brassicaceae) Species, Bi̇rol Mutlu
New Morphological Characters For Some Erysimum (Brassicaceae) Species, Bi̇rol Mutlu
Turkish Journal of Botany
Trichome shapes were investigated on the outer and inner surfaces of fruit valves of 43 species of Erysimum L., 20 of which are endemic to Turkey, by light microscopy (LM) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Five species, Erysimum sorgerae Polatschek., E. huber-morathii Polatschek, E. cheiri (L.) Crantz, E. repandum L. and E. vuralii Yild. were identified, in which there are trichomes on the inner surface of fruit valves, which was determined for the first time in these species. Two morphological distinct types of trichomes were observed on the inner surfaces of the fruit valves of E. huber-morathii and E. repandum, …
Isatis L. (Brassicaceae) In Iran: A New Record And A New Synonym, Hamid Moazzeni, Shahin Zarre, Hosein Maroofi
Isatis L. (Brassicaceae) In Iran: A New Record And A New Synonym, Hamid Moazzeni, Shahin Zarre, Hosein Maroofi
Turkish Journal of Botany
Isatis takhtajanii Avestisian is reported as a new record from western Iran. It is close to I. tinctoria L.; a list of diagnostic differences is provided. A more complete description of I. takhtajanii and a distribution map are given. Isatis koeiei Rech.f. is reduced to a synonym of I. raphanifolia Boiss. Iranian records of I. spectabilis Davis and I. tinctoria subsp. tomentella (Boiss.) Davis are considered to be misidentifications of I. kotschyana Boiss. & Hohen.
The Brassicaceae (Cruciferae) Of Turkey, Updated, Ihsan A. Al-Shehbaz, Bi̇rol Mutlu, Ali̇ Arslan Dönmez
The Brassicaceae (Cruciferae) Of Turkey, Updated, Ihsan A. Al-Shehbaz, Bi̇rol Mutlu, Ali̇ Arslan Dönmez
Turkish Journal of Botany
The nomenclature of 51 taxa in 27 genera of Turkish Brassicaceae has been updated to bring the account of the family in line with the current classification and nomenclature. An appendix listing the previous names, current ones, and pertinent bibliographical citations is provided, as well as another listing the taxa with relevant literature published after the second supplement of the Flora of Turkey. A comprehensive listing of the literature supporting the nomenclatural changes is provided. Pseudosempervivum amanum (Contandr. & Quézel) Al-Shehbaz, Mutlu & Dönmez and P. gurulkanii (Yild.) Mutlu, Al-Shehbaz & Dönmez, are proposed as new combinations. Gorkemia Yild. is …
A New Record For Turkey: Malcolmia Exacoides (Dc.) Spreng. (Brassicaceae), Fevzi̇ Özgökçe, Murat Ünal
A New Record For Turkey: Malcolmia Exacoides (Dc.) Spreng. (Brassicaceae), Fevzi̇ Özgökçe, Murat Ünal
Turkish Journal of Botany
Malcolmia exacoides (DC.) Spreng. (Brassicaceae) is recorded for the first time (C9 Siirt) for the flora of Turkey. The diagnostic characters of M. exacoides are given and its ecology and conservation status are discussed.
A New Record For Turkey: Lepidium Pinnatifidum Ledeb. (Brassicaceae), Murat Ünal, Fevzi̇ Özgökçe, Lütfi̇ Behçet, Osman Karabacak
A New Record For Turkey: Lepidium Pinnatifidum Ledeb. (Brassicaceae), Murat Ünal, Fevzi̇ Özgökçe, Lütfi̇ Behçet, Osman Karabacak
Turkish Journal of Botany
Lepidium pinnatifidum Ledeb. (Brassicaceae) is recorded for the first time (B9 Muş) for the flora of Turkey. The diagnostic characters of L. pinnatifidum are described and its ecology and conservation are discussed.
On The Circumscription Of Isatis Tinctoria L. (Brassicaceae) In Iran, Hamid Moazzeni, Shahin Zarre
On The Circumscription Of Isatis Tinctoria L. (Brassicaceae) In Iran, Hamid Moazzeni, Shahin Zarre
Turkish Journal of Botany
In the course of preparing a revision of Isatis L. and its allies in Iran, we verified Isatis tinctoria L. among the material studied. Although it has been previously recorded for Iran, we give a more extensive description and a map of its distribution in Iran. A key to distinguishing this species from its allies and a discussion of the affinities in this group are provided.
The Anatomical And Palynological Properties Of Alyssum Obtusifolium Steven Ex Dc. (Brassicaceae), Nermi̇n Orcan, Riza Bi̇nzet
The Anatomical And Palynological Properties Of Alyssum Obtusifolium Steven Ex Dc. (Brassicaceae), Nermi̇n Orcan, Riza Bi̇nzet
Turkish Journal of Botany
Alyssum obtusifolium Steven ex DC. was explored in terms of its anatomical and palynological aspects. The root is perennial and it has alternating concentric zones of xylem with large and small vessels respectively. The number of vascular bundles is 13-15 in the stem. The leaves are isolateral and have stomata cells which are anisocytic. Both surfaces of the leaves are covered with stellate hairs. The pollen type of the specimens is tricolpate.
Arabis Mollis Steven (Brassicaceae): A New Record For Turkey, Bi̇rol Mutlu, Ali̇ Arslan Dönmez
Arabis Mollis Steven (Brassicaceae): A New Record For Turkey, Bi̇rol Mutlu, Ali̇ Arslan Dönmez
Turkish Journal of Botany
A number of specimens of Arabis mollis Steven have been collected from Van. The species is a new record for the flora of Turkey. A description, photograph and distribution map of the species are given and an identification key is supplied for its close relatives. The nomenclatural problems between the species and its synonym, A. christiani N.Busch, are discussed.
A New Record For Turkey From East Anatolia: Alyssum Heterotrichum Boiss., Murat Ünal, Lütfi̇ Behçet
A New Record For Turkey From East Anatolia: Alyssum Heterotrichum Boiss., Murat Ünal, Lütfi̇ Behçet
Turkish Journal of Botany
Alyssum heterotrichum Boiss. (Brassicacecae) from east Anatolia (B9 Van) is a new record for the flora of Turkey.
A New Genus ( Brossardia Boiss.) Record For Turkey, Nezaket Adigüzel, Mehmet Koyuncu
A New Genus ( Brossardia Boiss.) Record For Turkey, Nezaket Adigüzel, Mehmet Koyuncu
Turkish Journal of Botany
Brossardia papyracea Boiss. ( Cruciferae / Brassicaceae) is recorded for the first time from Turkey. This is also a new genus record ( Brossardia Boiss.) for Turkey.