Variation in the Amphi-Atlantic Plant Vahlodea atropurpurea (Poaceae)

Vahlodea atropurpurea ssp. atropurpurea is a analysis of leaf traits supported the isozyme analyses in perennial grass with an amphi-Atlantic distribution. The lack of variation. The lack of intra- and interpopulational degree of variation in this taxon was studied by biochemi- heterogeneity is discussed. cal genetic methods and by morphometric analyses in pop- ulations from both sides of the Atlantic Ocean. Genetic screening at seventeen loci revealed monomorphism and Key words. Vahlodea atropurpurea, isozyme analysis, genetic identity among populations. The morphometric genetic monomorphism, morphometry, phytogeography.