The identity of Albuca caudata Jacq. (Hyacinthaceae) and a description of a new related species: A. bakeri
2011
Identifying Albuca caudata and a New Species Albuca bakeri
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Mario Martínez-Azorín, Manuel B. Crespo, Anthony P. Dold, Nigel P. Barker
Primary Institution: CIBIO (Instituto Universitario de la Biodiversidad), Universidad de Alicante
Hypothesis
The study aims to clarify the identity of Albuca caudata and describe a new related species, Albuca bakeri.
Conclusion
The research successfully identifies Albuca caudata and describes a new species, Albuca bakeri, based on morphological and ecological data.
Supporting Evidence
- Albuca caudata has been misidentified for many years.
- The study provides new data on the morphology and distribution of both Albuca caudata and the newly described Albuca bakeri.
- Albuca bakeri is characterized by its unique bulb structure and flower morphology.
Takeaway
Scientists figured out what a plant called Albuca caudata really is and found a new kind of plant called Albuca bakeri that looks different.
Methodology
The study involved examining herbarium specimens and conducting a detailed morphological study of living plants.
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