Taxonomic identity of Typhonium roxburghii var. longispathum (Araceae) and notes on the extended distribution of T. bulbiferum

Manudev K.M. & S. Nampy

Published on : 31-Mar-2022

DOI : https://dx.doi.org/10.22244/rheedea.2022.32.01.05

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Abstract

The taxonomic status of Typhonium roxburghii Schott var. longispathum S.Nirola & A.P.Das, a recently described variety from Darjeeling district in West Bengal is deliberated and synonymised under T. bulbiferum Dalzell. A detailed description and a photo plate of T. bulbiferum are provided to facilitate identification.