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Taxonomy of the genus Heliotropium L. (Heliotropiaceae) in Brazil
Author(s): J. I. M. de Melo and J. Semir
Month: Jul-Sep
Year: 2008
Publication Type: Article
Journal: Acta Botanica Brasilica
Journal Link: http://acta.botanica.org.br/index.php/acta/index
Volume: 22
Issue: 3
Pages: 754-770
Article Topic(s): Taxonomy,Morphology
Research Setting(s): Laboratory
Species Referenced: Heliotropium curassavicum (Salt heliotrope),
Abstract
A study of Heliotropium taxa in Brazil was conducted. Based on morphological and distribution data, the authors argue for the recognition of 9 species and 2 varieties. Species descriptions, illustrations and proposed relationships are included.Suggested Citation
J. I. M. de Melo and J. Semir. "Taxonomy of the genus Heliotropium L. (Heliotropiaceae) in Brazil." Acta Botanica Brasilica 22.3 (2008): 754-770.Go back