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ArticleMethods in molecular biology (Clifton, N.J.)2026

The Genus Boechera as a Model for Apomixis Research.

Terezie Mandáková

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Article in Methods in molecular biology (Clifton, N.J.), 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Terezie MandákováCentral European Institute of Technology, Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic. terezie.mandakova@ceitec.muni.cz.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6485-0563

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The genus Boechera, a prominent member of the tribe Boechereae within the family Brassicaceae, has emerged as an exceptional model for apomixis research, owing to its unique evolutionary, reproductive, and genomic characteristics. With over 480 genetically distinct taxa and a distribution spanning North America, Greenland, and parts of Asia, Boechera exemplifies remarkable ecological and genetic diversity. A hallmark of the genus is its high frequency of gametophytic apomixis, including diplospory and apospory, which, combined with hybridization, drive genetic innovation and environmental adaptability. Moreover, Boechera is notable for its diploid expression of apomixis, independent of polyploidy, providing an unparalleled system for dissecting asexual reproduction. Genomic adaptations, such as heterochromatic supernumerary chromosomes, further highlight its evolutionary complexity. Recent advances, including the discovery of critical regulatory genes like APOLLO and UPGRADE2, have deepened our understanding of the genetic basis of apomixis. These insights position Boechera as a cornerstone for elucidating apomictic pathways and leveraging these mechanisms for crop improvement. The genus not only enhances our understanding of apomixis but also offers transformative potential for agriculture.

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ApomixisBrassicaceaeGene Expression Regulation, PlantGenetic VariationGenome, PlantApomixisBoecheraBrassicaceaeChromosome dynamicsEvolutionary biologyGametophytic reproductionGenomic architectureHeterochromatic chromosomesHybridization

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