Background A robust molecular phylogeny is fundamental for developing a stable
classification and providing a solid framework to understand patterns of diversification …

Abstract Patchouli (Pogostemon cablin (Blanco) Benth.), a member of the Lamiaceae family,
is an important aromatic plant that has been widely used in medicine and perfumery. Here …

Catnip or catmint (Nepeta spp.) is a flowering plant in the mint family (Lamiaceae) famed for
its ability to attract cats. This phenomenon is caused by the compound nepetalactone, a …

Mountain systems harbor a substantial fraction of global biodiversity and, thus, provide
excellent opportunities to study rapid diversification and to understand the historical …

Submerged angiosperms sustain some of the most productive and diverse ecosystems
worldwide. However, their carbon acquisition and assimilation mechanisms remain poorly …

Abstract Background and Aims Salvia is the largest genus within Lamiaceae, with about 980
species currently recognized. East Asia, with approx. 100 species, is one of the three major …

The spatial organization of genes within plant genomes can drive evolution of specialized
metabolic pathways. Terpenoids are important specialized metabolites in plants with diverse …

Abstract Background and Aims Throughout the Cenozoic, Africa underwent several climatic
and geological changes impacting the evolution of tropical rain forests (TRFs). African TRFs …

Background Musaceae is an economically important family consisting of 70-80 species.
Elucidation of the interspecific relationships of this family is essential for a more efficient …

Micronesian islands taxa show high endemism rates, but very little is known about their
biogeographical histories. The lack of systematic biogeography is mainly due to insufficient …