A New and Tuberous Species of Genlisea (Lentibulariaceae) from the Campos Rupestres of Brazil
Abstract—
A new species, Genlisea tuberosa , is described from the Campos Rupestres of central and eastern Brazil. A detailed description, line drawings, photographs and SEM photomicrographs of the seeds are provided for the new species, together with remarks on ecology, distribution and habitat. The characters distinguishing G. tuberosa from similar taxa are discussed.
A new species, Genlisea tuberosa , is described from the Campos Rupestres of central and eastern Brazil. A detailed description, line drawings, photographs and SEM photomicrographs of the seeds are provided for the new species, together with remarks on ecology, distribution and habitat. The characters distinguishing G. tuberosa from similar taxa are discussed.
Keywords: Chapada dos Veadeiros; Espinhaço Range; Genlisea; Serra da Canastra; taxonomy
Document Type: Research Article
Publication date: 01 June 2013
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