Satyrium situsanguinum (Orchidaceae): A new species from the Western Cape, South Africa

Date
2009
Authors
Van der Niet T.
Liltved W.R.
Oliver E.G.H.
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Abstract
Satyrium situsanguinum is described as a new species from the Slanghoek Mountains of the southwestern part of the Cape Floristic Region, South Africa. It is recognised by the urceolate-campanulate cauline, leaf sheaths, and white flowers with spurs longer than the ovary. © 2008 SAAB.
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Cape Floristic Region, monocotyledon, mountain environment, new species, Africa, Slanghoek Mountains, South Africa, Southern Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, Western Cape, Orchidaceae, Satyrium (angiosperm)
Citation
South African Journal of Botany
75
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