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Group:
Eudicot
Estimated genome size:
1.5 m in height
Size:
1.5 m in height
Distribution:
Brunia noduliflora occurs from the Cederberg southwards to the Cape Peninsula and eastwards as far as the Cockscomb in the Groot Winterhoek Mountains of the Eastern Cape, at altitudes from near sea level to approximately 1 500 m.
PromethION Sequencing Report:
Output:
39.88 Gigabases
Approximate N50:
16.91 kilobases
Draft Genome Assembly Statistics:
Genome Length:
0.72 Gigabases
BUSCO completeness score (single and duplicated genes):
97.40% [S: 47.0%, D: 50.0%]
Importance:
Brunia noduliflora is the most widespread species in the subgenus Brunia and occurs across diverse fynbos habitats in the Cape Floristic Region. Its broad ecological range makes it valuable for studying diversification and adaptation within the Bruniaceae.
Group:
Eudicot
Estimated genome size:
Size:
2 - 3 m
Distribution:
Located in dry subtropical and coastal areas of southern Africa, this species occurs in the Eastern Cape from Uitenhage northwest of Port Elizabeth, extending eastward and northward into KwaZulu Natal.
PromethION Sequencing Report:
Output:
92.1 Gigabases
Approximate N50:
15.44 kilobases
Assembly N50:
12 081.75 kilobases
Contig number:
1 458
Draft Genome Assembly Statistics:
Assembler used:
Hifiasm
Genome Length:
3.25 Gigabases
BUSCO completeness score (single and duplicated genes):
99.8% [S: 74.4%, D: 25.4%]
BUSCO database:
viridiplantae
Euphorbia tetragona
Honey Euphorbia
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Importance:
The Honey Euphorbia is an ornamental, soil adaptable plant with nectar-rich flowers and soil-enhancing properties. However, the Euphorbiaceae family in southern Africa is increasingly threatened by illegal trade, underscoring the need for urgent conservation.
Date Published:
2026-02-09
Photo credit:
© T. Makola
Flora
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