Hieracium maccoshiana, a new Scottish hawkweed related to H. dovrense (Section Alpestria, Asteraceae)
2011
A New Scottish Hawkweed Species
Sample size: 60
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Timothy C. G. Rich
Primary Institution: National Museum Wales
Conclusion
Hieracium maccoshiana is a new endemic species from Scotland that differs from Hieracium dovrense in leaf shape and ligule characteristics.
Supporting Evidence
- Hieracium maccoshiana is endemic to Sutherland, Scotland, known from four sites.
- It flowers from late July to August and is likely apomictic.
- The species has been recorded in rocky ravines and on riversides.
Takeaway
Scientists found a new type of plant in Scotland that looks different from a similar plant found in Norway.
Methodology
Field studies and herbarium consultations were conducted to compare the new species with existing specimens.
Limitations
The status of plants from Ben Loyal remains unclear as they have not been refound in the field.
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