Leucas beddomei (Hook. f.) Sunojkumar & P. Mathew (Lamiaceae), a new status and name for Leucas hirta var. beddomei Hook.f. - a little known endemic from India

Sunojkumar P. & Philip Mathew

Published on : 01-Jan-2022

DOI : https://dx.doi.org/10.22244/rheedea.2002.12.02.11

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Abstract

Leucas hirta var. beddomei Hook. f., a variety described based on Beddome's collection from the peak of Chembra hills, Wayanad of Kerala has been rediscovered from its type locality after over 120 years. After critical analysis, it is ascribed a species status. Descriptions, illustration and relationships are provided.