Lectotypification of the name Melastoma candidum f. albiflorum and its taxonomic status.

ABSTRACT: A nomenclatural and taxonomic treatment of the name Melastoma candidum f. albiflorum (Melastomataceae) is presented. A lectotype is designated for this name, with an updated morphological description based on fresh material. The name Melastoma candidum f. albiflorum is proposed as a heterotypic synonym of Melastoma candidum.

SUBMITTER: Zhang X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7228939 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature