The complete chloroplast genome sequence of Phalaenopsis wilsonii Rolfe, a vulnerable wild moth orchid species (Orchidaceae)

Phalaenopsis wilsonii Rolfe is a vulnerable wild moth orchid species with important horticultural value. The complete chloroplast genome sequence of P. wilsonii was generated by de novo assembly using whole genome next-generation sequencing to provide genomic data for further conservation genetics, phylogeny and molecular breeding in Phalaenopsis. The complete plastome of P. wilsonii is 145,096 bp in length, containing two inverted repeats (IR) regions (24,787 bp), a large single-copy (LSC) region (84,688 bp), and a small single-copy (SSC) region (10,834 bp). The chloroplast genome encoded 119 unique genes, including 73 protein-coding genes, 38 tRNA genes, and 8 rRNA genes. The overall GC content of the whole genome is 36.9%. Phylogenetic analysis indicated P. wilsonii was closely related to P. lowii.

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The complete chloroplast genome sequence of the vulnerable wild moth orchid species Phalaenopsis wilsonii was determined using whole genome next-generation sequencing. The genome structure and phylogenetic relationship with P. lowii were analyzed, providing valuable genomic data for conservation genetics, phylogeny, and molecular breeding in Phalaenopsis.