Evaluation of ITS region as a possible DNA barcode for the genus Lachnum (Helotiales)
ITS作为粒毛盘菌属DNA条形码的探索

The feasibility of ITS as a DNA barcode for the genus Lachnum was investigated. Intra- and inter-specific sequence divergences and easiness of sequence acquisition were considered as important criteria to estimate the barcode marker. The results revealed that ITS showed appropriate intra- and inter-specific variations, was able to separate the investigated 22 species of the genus, and was readily PCR amplified and sequenced. We suggest to use ITS as the potential DNA barcode for the genus.