Microchirita ruthiae sp. nov. (Gesneriaceae) from Peninsular Malaysia |
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| Authors: | A R Rafidah N W Haron |
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| Institution: | Forest Research Inst. Malaysia, 52109 Kepong, Selangor, Malaysia. |
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| Abstract: | A new species Microchirita ruthiae Rafidah (Gesneriaceae) from limestone in Kelantan, Peninsular Malaysia, is described and illustrated. This new species is characterized by having a branched stem, inflorescences with 1–4 flowers, the flowers with a white corolla (rarely faintly tinged with pale purple), glistening pale brown glandular hairs inside the throat, free anthers, and hairy capsules. Its conservation status following IUCN categories and criteria is assessed as ‘Endangered’ (EN). |
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