This study is to generate SCARs markers for identification of Perilla species. A SCAR is a genomic DNA fragment at a single genetically defined locus that is identified by PCR amplification using a pair of specific oligonucleotide primers. We derived SCARs by sequencing and cloning the both ends of the amplified products of RAPD markers. Sixteen sequence-specific primers were synthesized from eight RAPD markers, which were completely sequenced. We developed the species-specific SCAR markers which could be used successfully in detecting genetic variation in four Perilla species. These markers could be used to verify species-origins of various forms of Perilla germplasms.

• Myoung Hee Lee
• Ki Woong Yang
• Tae Joung Ha
• Chan Sik Jung
• Suk Bok Pae
• Chung Dong Hwang
• Chang Hwan Park
• In Youl Baek
• Hyeon Kyeong Kim
• Soon Ki Park