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Group:
Reptile
Estimated genome size:
17 cm maximum (total body length).
Size:
17 cm maximum (total body length).
Distribution:
It is found in the Eastern Cape, Free State, Western Cape and Northern Cape
provinces of South Africa.
PromethION Sequencing Report:
Output:
89.36 Gigabases
Approximate N50:
6.51 kilobases
Draft Genome Assembly Statistics:
Genome Length:
4.53 Gigabases
BUSCO completeness score (single and duplicated genes):
99.6% [Single: 50.6%, Duplicated: 49%]
Importance:
The greater padloper tortoise is endemic to South Africa and contributes to ecosystem stability in the Karoo. As the largest species in the genus Homopus, it is of scientific interest for studies of limb development, as it is one of only two Homopus species with four digits on each foot.
Sample Contributor contact details:
Zhongning Zhao
University of the Free State
Group:
Eudicot
Estimated genome size:
Size:
10 -20 cm in height
Distribution:
Native to theWestern Cape, this plant's range spans from the Hex River Valley to Riversdale.
PromethION Sequencing Report:
Output:
37.11 Gigabases
Approximate N50:
11.87 kilobases
Assembly N50:
52 766.52 kilobases
Contig number:
734
Draft Genome Assembly Statistics:
Assembler used:
Hifiasm
Genome Length:
0.77 Gigabases
BUSCO completeness score (single and duplicated genes):
96.7% [S: 78.2%, D: 18.5%]
BUSCO database:
viridiplantae
Pelargonium fergusoniae
Malva
Importance:
This species represents a major taxonomic group within Pelargonium, a highly diverse genus with economic, research and conservation value. As an endangered species its assembled genome will support studies of population genetic patterns and inform future conservation strategies.
Sample Contributor contact details:
Annerie Senekal
Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden
Date Published:
2026-05-08
Photo credit:
© A. Senekal
Flora
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