Phylogenomic insights into the spatio-temporal evolution of Australasian Bulbophyllum (Orchidaceae) (Old ID 23424)
Role
Supervisor
Description
Bulbophyllum (Orchidaceae) comprises one of the three largest plant genera with more than 2000 species. This project uses DNA sequence data to reconstruct phylogenetic relationships within the diverse Asian and Australasian taxa (~1700 species). Additionaly, within species genetic diversity is mapped for two species endemic to Australia's Wet Tropics mountain tops. The project is significant for establishing a framework phylogeny for this diverse genus and fine scale population sampling to identify phylogeographic patterns within species endemic to Wet tropics mountain tops where significant climate shifts are expected in the coming decades. Outcomes include a genetic database and peer reviewed manuscripts.
Date
01 Jun 2017 - 31 Dec 2017
Project Type
AWARD_PRIZE
Keywords
Tropical biodiversity;Wet Tropics;Bulbophyllum (Orchidaceae)
Funding Body
Department of the Environment and Energy
Amount
1500
Project Team
Katharina Nargar;Darren Crayn