Patterns of genotype variation and demographic history in Lindera glauca (Lauraceae), an apomict-containing dioecious forest tree

摘要

Aim The historical circumstances promoting the transition from sexual to apomictic reproduction in dioecious plant species remain poorly understood. Here, we investigated the divergence and demographic history of Lindera glauca, a dioecious tree generally considered to be obligate sexual in China while comprising only females (apomicts) in Japan.