{"title":"Are Petrea volubilis and P. arborea (Verbenaceae) Conspecific? New Insights From Anatomy","authors":"Sourav Naskar, Debabrata Maity","doi":"10.1002/fedr.70184","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/fedr.70184","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Correct taxonomic identity is crucial in plant taxonomy, especially in the case of practically good species that are considered conspecific due to lack of sufficient reliable data, such as those studied here. Linnaeus in 1753 established the genus <i>Petrea</i> L. with a single species <i>P. volubilis</i> L. Later, Kunth added two species <i>P. arborea</i> Kunth and <i>P. rugosa</i> Kunth. Though, Moldenke in his monographic work considered both <i>P. arborea</i> and <i>P. volubilis</i> as good species, however, recent works treated both conspecific and accept <i>P. arborea</i> as synonym of <i>P. volubilis</i>. In the present study, comprehensive morphological, micro-morphological and anatomical investigations were conducted on the mentioned two species of <i>Petrea</i>, viz., <i>P. arborea</i> and <i>P. volubilis</i>, collected from different regions of India. Detail morphological (habit and leaf), micro-morphological (both light microscopy and scanning electron microscopy (trichomes and stomata)) and anatomical (t.s. of internode, leaf midrib and minor venation) characteristics were monitored. The studied results advocate that a few significant morphological, micro-morphological and anatomical traits are critical in both the species and have immense diagnostic value, which denotes them as good species rather than conspecific.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":53662,"journal":{"name":"Feddes Repertorium","volume":"137 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-10-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149205764","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Taxiphyllum cuspidifolium (Card.) Z. Iwats. (Bryophyta: Hypnaceae)—A New Addition to the Indian Bryoflora","authors":"Meghna Paul, Devendra Singh, Parikshit Singh","doi":"10.1002/fedr.70183","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/fedr.70183","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p><i>Taxiphyllum cuspidifolium</i> (Card.) Z. Iwats., so far known from China, Japan, and North America, is recorded for the first time from India based on the specimens collected from Nagaland. A detailed description and illustrations are provided to facilitate its accurate identification. Furthermore, an identification key to the currently accepted Indian species of the genus <i>Taxiphyllum</i> is provided. A distribution map is also provided, depicting the known geographic occurrence of the species.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":53662,"journal":{"name":"Feddes Repertorium","volume":"137 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-10-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149205520","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Eriocaulon embatense (Eriocaulaceae), a New Species From India","authors":"C. Pramod, P. B. Haritha, A. K. Pradeep","doi":"10.1002/fedr.70165","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/fedr.70165","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>A new species of <i>Eriocaulon, E. embatense,</i> is described and illustrated from the coastal plains adjoining the southern Western Ghats in Keralam, India. The new species is morphologically allied to <i>E. parviflorum</i> (Fyson) R.Ansari & N.P.Balakr. and <i>E. sharmae</i> R.Ansari & N.P.Balakr., but is readily distinguished by differences in their receptacle morphology, size of the involucral bracts, gland-like structures at the center of the male flower, female sepal characteristics, and seed surface ornamentation. A detailed description, photo plates showing floral parts including seed micromorphology and notes on distribution and habitat are provided.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":53662,"journal":{"name":"Feddes Repertorium","volume":"137 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-10-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149205527","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Allium beesianum (Amaryllidaceae): A New Record for the Flora of India","authors":"Bipankar Hajong, Sambit Chowdhury, Anurag Paul, Pankaj Bharali","doi":"10.1002/fedr.70168","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/fedr.70168","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p><i>Allium beesianum</i> W.W.Sm. (Amaryllidaceae), a native of Southern China has been collected from Tawang district of Arunachal, India in 2025 is reported here as an addition to the Flora of India. Morphological description, distribution map and a photo plate were provided here for its proper recognition.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":53662,"journal":{"name":"Feddes Repertorium","volume":"137 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-10-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149205525","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Maxim S. Nuraliev, Andrey M. Bragin, Ivan A. Kroupsky, Andrey N. Kuznetsov, Svetlana P. Kuznetsova, Alexander E. Zavialov
{"title":"Confirmation of the Presence of Balanophora abbreviata (Balanophoraceae) in Vietnam","authors":"Maxim S. Nuraliev, Andrey M. Bragin, Ivan A. Kroupsky, Andrey N. Kuznetsov, Svetlana P. Kuznetsova, Alexander E. Zavialov","doi":"10.1002/fedr.70176","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/fedr.70176","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>The paper presents one of the necessary steps towards a taxonomic revision of the holoparasitic genus <i>Balanophora</i> in Vietnam. Here, previous contradictory evidence regarding <i>B. abbreviata</i> in the country is analyzed; a recent finding of the species in Son La Province is reported, and its presence in the flora of Vietnam is thus confirmed for the first time through specimen examination. For the purpose of its easier recognition, structural differences of <i>B. abbreviata</i> from the other species of the genus are briefly outlined, and analytical photographs of the studied plants in living state are provided.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":53662,"journal":{"name":"Feddes Repertorium","volume":"137 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-10-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149205515","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Propaguliferous Species of Anomobryum (Bryaceae: Bryophyta) in India, Including Anomobryum yasudae as a New Record for India","authors":"Manchi Jandial, Himanshu Dwivedi, Sushil Kumar Singh","doi":"10.1002/fedr.70172","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/fedr.70172","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>A taxonomic study of the propaguliferous species of the genus <i>Anomobryum</i> Schimp. in India was carried out. The updated nomenclatural status and synonymy are presented here, and <i>Anomobryum yasudae</i> Broth. is recorded here as a new distributional record for India. A key to the Indian species of <i>Anomobryum,</i> along with descriptions and photo-plates of propaguliferous species, has been provided. The bryophytes can quickly colonize disturbed or unstable ecosystems with the help of specialized propagules; hence, a crucial taxonomic trait for diagnosis.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":53662,"journal":{"name":"Feddes Repertorium","volume":"137 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-10-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149205522","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Neotypification of Three Names in Myristica (Myristicaceae)","authors":"Anand Kumar, Tapas Chakrabarty, Subir Bandyopadhyay","doi":"10.1002/fedr.70177","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/fedr.70177","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>In absence of the original materials, neotypes are proposed for three names. These are <i>Myristica cagayanensis, Myristica hellwigii</i>, and <i>Myristica sulcata.</i> These neotypifcations will be helpful in correct application of these three names.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":53662,"journal":{"name":"Feddes Repertorium","volume":"137 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-10-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149205523","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Taxonomic Novelties in Campanulaceae: A New Species of Adenophora From India","authors":"Umeshkumar L. Tiwari, Navendu Page","doi":"10.1002/fedr.70181","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/fedr.70181","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Intensive botanical exploration in the Eastern Himalaya continues to reveal previously overlooked taxonomic diversity within complex plant lineages. During floristic surveys conducted in Lower Dibang Valley of Arunachal Pradesh, a distinct population of Adenophora was discovered in high-altitude habitats. Detailed study of living specimens, herbarium collections, and relevant taxonomic literature confirmed that this taxon does not resemble any previously described species. Accordingly, Adenophora indica sp. nov. is formally described and illustrated based on critical vegetative and reproductive characters. It is distinguished by narrowly lanceolate to linear-lanceolate leaves with entire, smooth margins that are plane to slightly revolute. Flowers large, tubular-campanulate, white to creamy white, and possess a clearly exserted style; pedicels long and slender; capsules pendulous. Comparative morphological analyses with allied Himalayan and East Asian species <i>A. liliifolia</i>, <i>A. liliifolioides</i>, <i>A. linearifolia</i>, <i>A. capillaris</i>, <i>A. stenanthina</i>, and <i>A. himalayana</i> support its recognition as a distinct species. An identification key and comparative table are provided for accurate identification. Species is currently known only from its type locality, where it occurs in moist, shaded temperate habitats, indicating a highly restricted distribution. Due to limited data, it is provisionally assessed as Data Deficient (DD) under the IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":53662,"journal":{"name":"Feddes Repertorium","volume":"137 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-10-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149205512","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Comparative Morphology and SEM–Based Micromorphology of 11 Galium L. Taxa From Eskişehir, Türkiye","authors":"Merve Kalas, Ayla Kaya","doi":"10.1002/fedr.70182","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/fedr.70182","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>This study investigated the morphological and SEM-based micromorphological characteristics of 11 <i>Galium</i> L. taxa representing eight sections occurring in Eskişehir Province, Türkiye, to identify taxonomically informative characters. Morphological and micromorphological assessments were conducted on stems, leaves, flowers, and mericarps, with particular emphasis on epidermal cell morphology, stomatal distribution, trichome characteristics, and surface ornamentation. The investigated taxa comprised three annual and eight perennial taxa. Considerable interspecific variation was observed in plant habit, leaf morphology, inflorescence architecture, floral characters, and mericarp morphology. SEM analyses showed that stem and leaf epidermal cells were generally sinuous and puzzle-shaped, whereas stomatal distribution and trichome density, orientation, and morphology varied among taxa and provided valuable diagnostic characters. Mericarp micromorphology, particularly surface ornamentation and trichome structure, provided particularly useful diagnostic information for taxon delimitation. The integration of macro- and micromorphological evidence enabled the differentiation of the investigated taxa and highlighted the taxonomic value of combining conventional morphology with SEM observations. These findings provide additional morphological and micromorphological information for the identification and characterization of the <i>Galium</i> taxa examined in Eskişehir Province and contribute to a better understanding of taxon delimitation within the genus.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":53662,"journal":{"name":"Feddes Repertorium","volume":"137 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-10-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149205521","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Dipankar Borah, Madhusudhan Khanal, Dixit Bora, Neelam Gap
{"title":"Kadsura coccinea (Schisandraceae), a New Record for India From Arunachal Pradesh","authors":"Dipankar Borah, Madhusudhan Khanal, Dixit Bora, Neelam Gap","doi":"10.1002/fedr.70178","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/fedr.70178","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p><i>Kadsura coccinea</i> (Lem.) A.C.Sm. (Schisandraceae) is being reported here for the first time from India, based on a collection from Keyi Panyor district of Arunachal Pradesh. A detailed taxonomic description, along with a photo plate and a comparison table with species known from India, has been provided to help in easy identification of this species.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":53662,"journal":{"name":"Feddes Repertorium","volume":"137 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-10-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149205516","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}