Agapetes lichengii (Ericaceae), a new species from Xizang, China
Abstract
A new species of Ericaceae, Agapetes lichengii , from Xizang Autonomous Region, China, is described and illustrated. The new species is morphologically most similar to A. pentastigma , but differs by having leaf blade with an obtuse or slightly auriculate leaf base, corolla with a constricted basal part and V-shaped stripes, spurless anthers and stigma without obvious gap between crenae. Detailed description, colour plates, and taxonomic notes on the new species are provided.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Plant and Fungal Species Descriptions
Plant Diversity and Evolution
Botany and Plant Ecology Studies
Publication details
- Journal / source
- PhytoKeys
- Volume
- 269
- Pages
- 183–191
- Publication date
- 15 January 2026
- Language
- EN