Rediscovery of Camellia langbianensis (Theaceae) in Vietnam
Quach Van Hoi, Roman V. Doudkin, Truong Quang Cuong, Lê Văn Sơn, Văn Dũng Lương, Soo-Yong Kim, Shi‐Xiong Yang
Abstract
Camellia langbianensis is a species endemic to southern Vietnam. It was described by Gagnepain based on the collection of Poilane and was rediscovered about 80 years since published. The complete descriptions and illustrations are provided for this species. A comment on the affinities with closely related species C. vidalii is also shown. It is accessed to be Critically Endangered (CR) according to IUCN categories and criteria.
Topics & Concepts
BiologyIUCN Red ListTheaceaeCamelliaCritically endangeredEudicotsBotanyEndangered speciesEcologyTaxonomy (biology)Camellia sinensisHabitatPlant and Fungal Species DescriptionsAlkaloids: synthesis and pharmacologyPlant Diversity and Evolution