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  • Notes on the genus Syntrichia with a revised infrageneric classification and the recognition of a new genus Syntrichiadelphus (Bryophyta, Pottiaceae)
Title: Notes on the genus Syntrichia with a revised infrageneric classification and the recognition of a new genus Syntrichiadelphus (Bryophyta, Pottiaceae)
A revised infrageneric classification of the genus Syntrichia Brid. is proposed that includes the segregation of a new genus Syntrichiadelphus for the species currently known as Syntrichia flagellaris (Schimp.) R.H. Zander. In addition, a synopsis of Syntrichia for Madagascar is presented with new synonymy, lectotypifications, and Syntrichia ammonsiana (H.A. Crum & L.E. Anderson) Ochyra newly reported from the island. Published online www.phytologia.org Phytologia 103(4): 90-103 (December 22, 2021). ISSN 030319430.  more » « less
Award ID(s):
1638956
PAR ID:
10313958
Author(s) / Creator(s):
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Date Published:
Journal Name:
Phytologia
Volume:
103
Issue:
4
ISSN:
0031-9430
Format(s):
Medium: X
Sponsoring Org:
National Science Foundation
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