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A genome to unveil the mysteries of orchids

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Orchids have captured imaginations worldwide for hundreds of years. The publication of the moth orchid genome sequence opens the door to a greater understanding of orchid morphological evolution and physiological adaptation.

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Figure 1: A family tree of model orchids.

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Support from US National Science Foundation (NSF) grants 0922742 and 1442190 is gratefully acknowledged.

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Albert, V., Carretero-Paulet, L. A genome to unveil the mysteries of orchids. Nat Genet 47, 3–4 (2015). https://doi.org/10.1038/ng.3179

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