Amplified fragment length polymorphism markers for DNA fingerprinting in the genus Salvia

Abstract The interspecific relationships among 51 worldwide collected accessions of Salvia have been investigated using the amplified fragment length polymorphism (AFLP) technique. The assessed genetic similarities allowed us to group the genotypes into two main clusters according to their geographical origin. Our results are encouraging for further characterization of the genus with the aim to clarify Salvia taxonomy.