Thursday
20 Jun 2013
Species Genera Recognized Lepanthopsis... Expedicula
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The genus Expedicula (ex-peh-DIH-que-lah) is a new genus consisting of twospecies that used to belong to the genus Trichosalpinx, then Lepanthopsis. These are small plants with ramicauls clad in lepanthiform sheaths; a single-lowered inflorescence; entire, acute petals; and a short, terete, wingless and footless column with an apical anther and stigma. Photo credits are on each photo. Photos may not be used without permission.
Expedicula apoda (Garay & Dunst.) Luer
Expedicula dewildei (Luer & R.Escobar) Luer
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