Taxonomic studies in the Gaultheria group of genera of the Tribe Andromedeae (Ericaceae)

Authors

  • David J. Middleton School of Botany

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1017/S0960428600003024

Abstract

The taxonomic status of each of the genera within the ‘Gaultheria group of genera’ of the tribe Andromedeae (Ericaceae) has been investigated. These genera are Gaultheria L. (including Pernettya Gaud. and Chiogenes Salisb.), Leucothoë Don, Zenobia Don, Diplycosia Bl., Pernettyopsis King & Gamble and Tepuia Camp. The morphological characters have been discussed.

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Published

2010-04-26

Issue

Vol. 48 No. 3 (1992)

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Original Research Articles

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