Simira robusta (Rubiaceae, Condamineeae), a new species from the Atlantic Rainforest of south-eastern Brazil

Author(s)

Margalho, Luciano Ferreira ; Siqueira, Geovane De Souza ; Delprete, Piero G. ; Groppo, Milton

• Document type: Journal article
• Source: PHYTOTAXA; v. 299, n. 1, p. 118-124, MAR 17 2017.
• Web of Science Citations: 1

Abstract

Simira robusta (Rubiaceae), a new species from the Atlantic Rainforest of the Espirito Santo state, south-eastern Brazil, is here described and illustrated, and compared with similar species. It most resembles S. grazielae, from which it differs by the larger inflorescences, antrorse pubescent flowers and fruits, and by its larger fruits. Its habitat and conservation status are discussed. A key to the species of Simira from Espirito Santo state is provided. (AU)

• FAPESP's process: 16/06260-2 - Integrative systematic studies in Neotropical families, with emphasis on Rutaceae, Asteraceae and Rubiaceae
• Grantee: Milton Groppo Júnior
• Support Opportunities: Regular Research Grants
• FAPESP's process: 11/10446-0 - Systematics and taxonomy of Rudgea Salisb. (Psychotrieae, Rubiaceae)
• Grantee: Milton Groppo Júnior
• Support Opportunities: Regular Research Grants
• FAPESP's process: 06/03170-0 - Phylogenetic and systematic studies in Rutaceae: phylogeny and delimitation of Galipeinae (Galipeae) based on nuclear and plastidial DNA sequences
• Grantee: Milton Groppo Júnior
• Support Opportunities: Research Grants - Young Investigators Grants