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Group:
Eudicot
Estimated genome size:
Up to 18 m tall
Size:
Up to 18 m tall
Distribution:
The species is native to large parts of sub-Saharan Africa (including, but not limited to South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe). In South Africa, it is found in Limpopo, Mpumalanga, KwaZulu Natal, North West and some parts of Northern and Eastern Cape.
PromethION Sequencing Report:
Output:
86.86 Gigabases
Approximate N50:
17.18 kilobases
Draft Genome Assembly Statistics:
Genome Length:
0.39 Gigabases
BUSCO completeness score (single and duplicated genes):
98.8% [S: 97.4%, D: 1.4%]
Importance:
Sclerocarya birrea is an economically and culturally important African tree, valued for products such as Amarula Cream Liqueur, cosmetic oil, and its traditional medicinal uses, while also supporting rural livelihoods. Its drought tolerant and deep rooting system make it important in agroforestry and ecosystem resilience. Sequencing its genome will improve understanding of its biology, support conservation and breeding efforts, and enhance sustainable commercial development.
Sample Contributor contact details:
Prof. Eshchar Mizrachi
University of Pretoria
Group:
Monocot
Estimated genome size:
Size:
0.5 m
Distribution:
Widespread, usually on coastal sandy flats from southern Namibia to the southeastern Cape.
PromethION Sequencing Report:
Output:
356.56 Gigabases
Approximate N50:
5.81 kilobases
Assembly N50:
15 297.52 kilobases
Contig number:
81 109
Draft Genome Assembly Statistics:
Assembler used:
Hifiasm
Genome Length:
6.36 Gigabases
BUSCO completeness score (single and duplicated genes):
99.3% [S: 80.7%, D: 18.6%]
BUSCO database:
viridiplantae
Trachyandra ciliata
Wildeblomkool
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Importance:
Trachyandra ciliata is an edible plant, used as a vegetable and cooked in a stew. The flowering stalks are harvested and can be steamed or boiled the same way as asparagus.
Date Published:
2025-09-22
Photo credit:
© T. Morkel
Flora
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