The Paepalanthoideae (Eriocaulaceae) of the Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park, Brazil: taxonomic novelties, identification key, and illustrated list of species

A comprehensive study of the Paepalanthoideae (Eriocaulaceae) subfamily in the Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park, Brazil, reveals a rich diversity with 42 species recorded, including two newly described species and one variety elevated to species status. The research highlights that over half of these species (22) are endemic to the area, underscoring its significance as a secondary center of diversity for Eriocaulaceae in Central Brazil. The study also provides the first identification key and an illustrated checklist for the species, contributing significantly to the understanding and conservation of this unique biodiversity hotspot. The distribution of species is found to be correlated with altitude, water availability, and lithology, further emphasizing the ecological importance of the park.

Trovó, M., & Echternacht, L. (2022). The Paepalanthoideae (Eriocaulaceae) of the Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park, Brazil: taxonomic novelties, identification key, and illustrated list of species. European Journal of Taxonomy, 834, 58–93. https://doi.org/10.5852/ejt.2022.834.1899