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Hechtia mixtecana sp. nov. (Hechtioideae; Bromeliaceae), from Oaxaca, Mexico
Botanical explorations carried out in the state of Oaxaca, Mexico, led to the discovery of a new Bromeliaceae: Hechtia mixtecana,which is here described and illustrated. The new taxon is compared with the morphologically similar Hechtia fragilis, Hechtia lyman‐smithii, and Hechtia minuta.
Rodrigo Alejandro Hernández‐ Cárdenas +4 more
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The preservation and revitalization of mycocultural heritage, developed over centuries of human‐mushroom interaction, contributes to safeguarding both natural ecosystems and the promotion of sustainable rural development, one of the biggest global challenges currently faced by humankind.
Elisette Ramírez‐Carbajal +8 more
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Boundaries Within the Paepalanthus chiquitensis Species Complex (Eriocaulaceae)
ABSTRACT Four morphotypes with associated names are presented toward a more reliable circumscription of Paepalanthus chiquitensis. Morphotype I, associated with the names P. chiquitensis, P. speciosus var. bolivianus, and P. amoenus var. bolivianus, is restricted to savannas of Bolivia and western Brazil.
Marcelo Trovó
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This study presents an integrated anatomical, chemical, biological, and computational analysis of Myrcia sylvatica, revealing key bioactive compounds with antioxidant and toxicological potential, and identifying spathulenol and globulol as promising acetylcholinesterase inhibitors with favourable pharmacokinetic properties. ABSTRACT Myrcia sylvatica (G.
Eliza de Jesus Barros dos Santos +10 more
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We describe Stachytarpheta forzzae, a new species from an inselberg located in the municipality of Guaratinga, state of Bahia, within the Brazilian Atlantic forest. Morphologically, it resembles S. sprucei, the only other species of the genus known to inhabit inselbergs.
Pedro Henrique Cardoso +5 more
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Pierre‐Joseph Buc'hoz: did he deserve his bad reputation?
Summary A biography and critique of Pierre‐Joseph Buc'hoz (1731–1807) – lawyer, physician, mineralogist, naturalist, compiler and publisher – is provided. Often criticised as being a mass‐plagiariser, this is commented on, based on a detailed examination of several of his publications.
Nicholas Hind
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Summary Floral zygomorphy, or monosymmetry, is thought to have a positive effect on the diversification rates of angiosperms, but its true impact is still an open topic. Given the controversy surrounding this matter, our study evaluates whether rewards such as nectar and pollen produced by floral structures evolve in correlation with floral symmetry ...
Diego Graciano +3 more
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Dalechampia microcalyx is described as new to science and Dalechampia viridissima is recorded for the first time for the state of Pernambuco, Brazil. Both species occur in remnants of the Atlantic Forest in the state, found in the municipalities of Vicência and São Lourenço da Mata, respectively.
Jone Clebson Ribeiro Mendes +4 more
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Richeria grandis exhibits synchronized and highly seasonal reproductive phenology, emphasizing its strong dependence on local climate dynamics. The species' supra‐annual fruit production and evergreen vegetative habit highlight adaptive strategies for resource utilization and ecosystem balance.
Cristiane Coelho de Moura +10 more
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