Six new species of coffee (Coffea) from northern Madagascar
Aaron P. Davis, Franck Rakotonasolo
Abstract
Summary Six new species of Coffea are described as new to science: Coffea callmanderi , C. darainensis , C. kalobinonensis , C. microdubardii, C. pustulata and C. rupicola . All six species are endemic to northern Madagascar; four species are narrowly endemic to specific forest areas. Associated information, including distribution maps, conservation assessments, phenology and taxonomic notes are provided, and two species are illustrated with line drawings.
Topics & Concepts
CoffeaPhenologyCoffea arabicaTaxonomy (biology)BiologyConservation statusEndemismCoffea canephoraRubiaceaeGeographyEcologyBotanyForestryHabitatCoffee research and impactsCocoa and Sweet Potato AgronomyPlant and animal studies