A new species of Cleistes (Orchidaceae, Vanilloideae) from Colombia

Authors :: Marta Kolanowska
Dariusz L. Szlachetko
Source :: Polish Botanical Journal, Vol 58, Iss 2, Pp 625-627 (2013)
Publication Year :: 2013
Publisher :: Sciendo, 2013.
Abstract: Four new Colombian species of Cleistes (Orchidaceae, Vanilloideae) are described and illustrated: C. uribei Szlach. & Baranow, C. risoraldensis Szlach. & Baranow, C. munchiquensis Szlach. & Baranow and C. idroboi Szlach. & Baranow. Notes concerning their morphological distinctions, habitat, and distribution are provided. A key for determination of the Colombian species of Cleistes is included.