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- 1Ancient trees are not genetic treasure chests, study suggests●Ancient trees are not genetic treasure chests, swamp cypress study suggests
A new study of swamp cypress challenges the assumption that very old trees carry exceptional genetic diversity or act as reservoirs of unique variation. Researchers found that the oldest individuals do not differ markedly from younger ones in their genetic makeup, prompting scientists to reconsider how conservation priorities are set for ancient and veteran trees.