Three-ringed mitochondrial architecture and inter-compartmental gene exchange reveal dynamic genome evolution in Durio zibethinus (Malvaceae)

Key Points

• Dynamic genome evolution is characterized by a unique mitochondrial architecture, emphasizing the importance of structural variation.
• Inter-compartmental gene exchange contributes to mitochondrial genome complexity, affecting Durio zibethinus biology.
• Analysis utilized mitochondrial sequencing to explore gene transfer patterns across cell compartments in the plant.
• Findings suggest that mitochondrial architecture plays a crucial role in the adaptability of Durio zibethinus to environmental changes.