A new species of Eschweilera (Lecythidaceae) from the Brazilian Atlantic Forest

Abstract:

Eschweilera sphaerocarpa (Lecythidaceae) is described here as a new species for science. It is closely related to Eschweilera complanata. Due to an area of occupancy of less than 10 km2 this species is regarded as endangered according to the standards of the IUCN. This paper provides a description, illustration and, comments on geographic distribution and ecology. Additionally, a diagnostic key to the species of Eschweilera section Tetrapetala is provided.

Año de publicación:

2016

Keywords:

• Eudicots
• Tabuleiro forest
• Espírito santo
• taxonomy
• Sapucaípe

Fuente:

scopus