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Rediscovery and expansion of the distribution of Phyllanthus itatiaiensis Brade (Phyllanthaceae) in southeastern Brazil

  • Jone Clebson Ribeiro Mendes,
  • Sarah Maria Athiê-Souza,
  • Rayane de Tasso Moreira Ribeiro,
  • Caio Baez Gomes,
  • Tatiana Tavares Carrijo,
  • Margareth Ferreira de Sales

DOI
https://doi.org/10.15560/17.2.695
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 17, no. 2
pp. 695 – 700

Abstract

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We report here the rediscovery of Phyllanthus itatiaiensis Brade (Phyllanthaceae) after 50 years, as well as its occurrence in Minas Gerais State in southeastern Brazil. We provide a taxonomic diagnosis, in situ photographs, a distribution map, and a reassessment of its conservation status, which will contribute to our knowledge of this rare and endemic species as well as our ability to protect it.

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