A Preliminary Taxonomic Revision of Heteropsis (Araceae)

A Preliminary Taxonomic Revision of Heteropsis (Araceae)

A preliminary taxonomic revision is presented of the Neotropical genus Heteropsis, widely known as the source of a regionally important non-timber forest product; a tough resistant root fiber used in craftware and furniture making. Eighteen species and one variety are recognized, including two new s...

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Published in:Systematic botany Vol. 38; no. 4; pp. 925 - 974
Main Authors: Soares, M. Lourdes, Mayo, Simon J, Gribel, Rogério
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: American Society of Plant Toxonomists 01-12-2013
The American Society of Plant Taxonomists, Inc
American Society of Plant Taxonomists, Inc
American Society of Plant Taxonomists
Subjects:
Amazonia
Araceae
Botany
Hemi-Epiphytes
Identification and classification
Neotropics
Nomenclature
Non-Timber Forest Products
Physiological aspects
Root Fibers
Brazil
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Summary:A preliminary taxonomic revision is presented of the Neotropical genus Heteropsis, widely known as the source of a regionally important non-timber forest product; a tough resistant root fiber used in craftware and furniture making. Eighteen species and one variety are recognized, including two new species, Heteropsis reticulata and Heteropsis vasquezii; Heteropsis melinonii is considered to be of doubtful status. Descriptions, illustrations, geographical distribution and taxonomic commentary for each species, and an identification key are provided. Lectotypes are designated for Heteropsis oblongifolia, Heteropsis rigidifolia and Heteropsis salicifolia. Short reviews are provided of taxonomic history, phylogeny, vegetative and reproductive morphology, growth cycle, uses, and conservation status.
Bibliography:0363-6445(20131201)38:4L.925;1-
ISSN:0363-6445
1548-2324
DOI:10.1600/036364413X674715