Publications by authors named "Brock Mashburn"
Article Synopsis
- Hibiscus liliiflorus, a critically endangered plant native to Rodrigues Island, now has only 2 wild individuals left, prompting conservation efforts by the Mauritian Wildlife Foundation (MWF).
- The study aimed to evaluate the genetic representation of the plant in MWF's nursery and international botanic gardens, revealing that only 3 of the 4 original wild genotypes exist in the nursery, with no unique genotypes found elsewhere.
- Genetic analyses indicated both self-fertilization and cross-breeding in the nursery, leading to specific dominant genotypes in outplanted populations, and the researchers recommend strategies to enhance genetic diversity for future conservation efforts.
