Nepenthes maximoides (Nepenthaceae) a new, critically endangered (possibly extinct) species in Sect. Alatae from Luzon, Philippines showing striking pitcher convergence with N. maxima (Sect. Regiae) of Indonesia
Nepenthes maximoides sp. nov. (Sect. Alatae) is described and assessed as Critically Endangered (Possibly Extinct) from Luzon, Philippines and appears unrecorded in 110 years. The spectacular, large, narrowly funnel-shaped upper pitchers, lids with recurved basal and filiform apical appendages, unli...
Main Authors: | Charles King, Martin Cheek |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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PeerJ Inc.
2020-09-01
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Series: | PeerJ |
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Online Access: | https://peerj.com/articles/9899.pdf |
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