The complete chloroplast genome sequence of Sloanea sinensis

Sloanea sinensis (Hance) Hu is an evergreen tree species that belongs to the Sloanea genus, one of two genera that make up the Elaeocarpaceae. S. sinensis is widely distributed in southeastern China and part of southeast Asia, often growing in valleys or near streams. It is an excellent commercial tree species, providing tough, hard and heavy wood suitable for construction, furniture manufacturing etc. Until now, the only DNA sequence data that has been gathered on Sloanea is an incomplete chloroplast sequence from Sloanea australis. Complete sequencing of the chloroplast genome of S. sinensis may lead to a more thorough understanding of Sloanea photosynthesis and resulting wood production.