Capsicum carassense (Solanaceae), a new species from the Brazilian Atlantic Forest
Gloria E. Barboza, Luciano de Bem Bianchetti, João Renato Stehmann
Abstract
Capsicum carassense Barboza & Bianchetti sp. nov. , a species from mid-elevation of the Atlantic Forest (Minas Gerais, Brazil) is described and illustrated. This endemic new species is distinguished from the most similar C. mirabile Mart. by its moderate to dense general pubescence, narrowly elliptic leaves and larger calyx appendages and corollas. A key for the native Brazilian species of Capsicum growing in the state of Minas Gerais is also provided.
Topics & Concepts
CalyxAtlantic forestKey (lock)AppendageSolanaceaeBiologyBotanyTaxonomy (biology)GeographyEcologyBiochemistryGenePlant Diversity and EvolutionPlant and animal studiesPlant and Fungal Species Descriptions