Columnea pycmaea (Gesneriaceae), a new species from northwestern Ecuador

John L. Clark, James F. Smith

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Abstract

Recent expeditions to the northwestern slopes of the Ecuadorian Andes and revisionary work of Columnea (Gesnenaceae) have resulted in the discovery of a new plant species The new species, Columnea pygmaea, is distinguished from other congeners by small flowers (< 1 cm), erect shoots, and an obligate epiphytic habit. A discussion that includes a dichotomous key and digital images is presented to provide a better understanding of and to differentiate Columnea pygmaea from C. parviflora, C. herthae, C. minutiflora, and C. khmannu.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)87-95
Number of pages9
JournalJournal of the Botanical Research Institute of Texas
Volume5
Issue number1
StatePublished - 5 Aug 2011

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