Orthaea (Ericaceae-Vaccinieae): New species and redefinition of the genus |
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| Authors: | J L Luteyn |
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| Institution: | New York Botanical Garden, Bronx, NY 10458, USA. |
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| Abstract: | A historical review of Orthaea is provided and the present generic concept is amplified to include Empedoclesia and Lysiclesia . A key to the 31 recognized species is given. Orthaea paniculata, O. glandulifera, O. oedipus , and O. coriacea are described as new. New combinations are Orthaea caudata, O. minor, O. panamensis, O. brachysiphon , and O. stipitata . |
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