DNA Content Estimation in the Genus Salvia

Salvia is a genetically diverse genus in the Lamiaceae family, with hundreds of species distributed globally. With base chromosome numbers ranging from 6 to 19 and ploidy levels diploid octoploid, has been proposed be subdivided based on molecular data rather than morphology. However, little known about total DNA content across genus. The 141 genotypes were analyzed using flow cytometry. Samples stained propidium iodide compared internal standards Pisum sativum ‘Ctirad’ Solanum lycopersicum ‘Stupické’ generate estimations content. Holoploid 2C genome sizes ranged 0.63 pg 6.12 pg. showed wide distribution number, ploidy, clade. further indicates diversity may useful for future breeding efforts.