Published June 14, 2023
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LEPIDAGATHIS DALZELLIANA (ACANTHACEAE), A NEW SPECIES FROM THE NORTHERN WESTERN GHATS AND LECTOTYPIFICATION OF THE NAME LEPIDAGATHIS PROSTRATA DALZELL
Authors/Creators
- 1. Institute of Science, Dr. Homi Bhabha State University, Mumbai, Maharashtra.
- 2. Departmentof Botany, Rayat Shikshan Sanstha, Balwant College, Vita, Sangli, Maharashtra, India.
- 3. Srushthi Conservation Foundation, Pune Maharashtra.
- 4. Environment Resources Management Mumbai, India Pvt Ltd, Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Description
Lepidagathis dalzellianasp. nov., (Acanthaceae: Barlerieae), is described from Maharashtra, India. The new species is closely allied to Lepidagathis clavataDalzell. in appearance, but differs by long lanceolate, hairy bracts, and spatulate, oblanceolate to ovate-lanceolate glabrous leaves. Colored photographs and notes are provided to facilitate its distinction from closely allied species. In addition, we have designated the lectotype for the name Lepidagathis prostrata Dalzell.