New taxonomic status and first report of the little-known Silene nigrescens var. latifolia (Caryophyllaceae) in India with lectotypification of Lychnis nigrescens
Abstract
Bouquet’s Silene nigrescens subsp. latifolia, a little-known taxon of the carnation family, is reported here as a noteworthy addition to the flora of India, based on recent collections from Garhwal Himalaya, Uttarakhand. A detailed morphological description, original photos, and an identification key for the infraspecific taxa of S. nigrescens group, are provided. A new taxonomic status (from subspecies to variety) is also proposed for Bouquet’s taxon latifolia. A lectotype (stored at K) is designated for the name Lychnis nigrescens (basionym of Silene nigrescens).
Fields of Study & Subjects
Plant Diversity and Evolution
Fern and Epiphyte Biology
Mediterranean and Iberian flora and fauna
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Phytotaxa
- Publisher
- Magnolia Press
- Volume
- 750
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 24–32
- Publication date
- 30 March 2026
- Language
- EN