*3.3. Barcode Accuracy*

The accuracy of two of the three barcode markers (*matK* and *rbcLa*) in identifying montane forest trees is presented in Table 2. The analyses were performed on all available samples for each marker. When used individually, highest success for the identification of species was obtained with *matK* (98.3%). The two makers performed slightly better when combined. At genus level, the same trend was maintained, but with even better performances. Here, *matK* and the *rbcLa* + *matK* combination successfully identified all the samples to the genus, while *rbcLa* alone was successful to identify 98.4% of samples to genus (Table 2).

**Table 2.** Barcoding accuracy in identifying Ngel Nyaki Afromontane forest trees at species and genus level.

