Population Genetics of Native Red Mulberry at Its Northwestern Boundary Suggests Postglacial Founder Effects
Spencer J. Schreier, Madhav Nepal
This study examines genetic diversity in native red mulberry populations at its northwestern range boundary, finding higher nuclear microsatellite diversity in southern unglaciated populations compared to northern glaciated ones, supporting postglacial founder effects.
bioRxiv · Jul 14, 2026 · PreprintEvolutionary Biology