Morphological and Molecular Phylogenetic Analysis of the Genus Piper (Piperaceae) in Assam, India

Abstract

Morphological studies along with the molecular characterization of 18 Piper species were resorted to in the present investigation. Proper characterization of genetic resources such as that of Piper is expected to enhance understanding of the relationships of Piper species, providing valuable insights into its diversity and evolution. DNA sequence polymorphism of the chloroplast gene, matK resolved the genetic differences among the experimental Piper species.