Xenostegia, A new genus of Convolvulaceae

Publication Type:Journal Article
Year of Publication:1980
Authors:Austin, Staples
Journal:Brittonia
Volume:32
Pagination:533-536
Keywords:GS, new combination, new genus, Xenostegia
Abstract:

Stigma anatomy, pollen morphology, cotyledon structure and other traits suggest that two species formerly considered members of Merremia fall outside an acceptable range of variation for that genus. A new genus, Xenostegia, is proposed for these two species.

Alternate Journal:Brittonia
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