The systematic position of Rhytidocaulon (Apocynaceae-Asclepiadoideae)

Authors

  • P. V. Bruyns University of Cape Town

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1017/S0960428600001098

Keywords:

Arabia, north-east Africa, stapeliads, taxonomy

Abstract

Rhytidocaulon P.R.O. Bally is reviewed. The relationships with other genera are discussed in the light of the character assessment carried out and it is suggested that it is closest to Caralluma R. Br. subg. Caralluma and Echidnopsis Hook. f. Descriptions of the genus and the eight known species are provided.

Downloads

Published

1999-07-01

Issue

Vol. 56 No. 2 (1999)

Section

Original Research Articles

License

Please read our Open Access, Copyright and Permissions policies for more information.