New Endemic Species of Capsicum (Solanaceae) from the Brazilian Caatinga: Comparison withthe Re-circumscribed C. parvifolium.

Authors :: Barboza, Gloria E.
Agra, Maria F.
Romero, María V.
Scaldaferro, Marisel A.
Moscone, Eduardo A.
Source :: Systematic Botany. Jul-Sep2011, Vol. 36 Issue 3, p768-781. 14p.
Publication Year :: 2011
Abstract: The article discusses a study which described new species of Capsicum (C.) from the Caatinga Biome, Brazil. It notes that the species are similar to C. parvifolium. It also mentions that Capsicum is a genus that can be recognized by the unlobed calyx bearing appendices or teeth. Particular focus is given to the lectotypification for C. parvifolium and the analysis of karyotype for the species.

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