Abstract
Amomum roseisquamosum (Zingiberaceae) is described from Sarawak, Borneo. This new species is related to A. borneense and A. epiphyticum of Smith's (1989) Group V for Bornean species, sharing an epiphytic habit, crested anther-thecae and flattened fruits, but differs in having white flowers, a shorter corolla tube equal to the calyx tube, and lateral petals connate to the labellum. The systematic position is discussed.
Highlights
The genus Amomum from Borneo was studied by R.M. Smith (1985, 1987, 1989, 1990), and 28 species were recognized
The new species described here is the third epiphytic Amomum known from Borneo
Inflorescences radical, c.l2x7cm, ovoid to obovoid, with c.7cm peduncle; bracts pink-red with a whitish tip, 4-5.5 x 2-2.5cm, oblong, coriaceous, minute hairy outside, glabrous inside, apex obtuse and apiculate, margin membranous, entire; bracteoles 18-2lmm long, linear, pubescent, open to the base
Summary
The genus Amomum from Borneo was studied by R.M. Smith (1985, 1987, 1989, 1990), and 28 species were recognized. The new species described here is the third epiphytic Amomum known from Borneo.
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