Leucopogon collinus (Epacridaceae) and associated taxa in Tasmania

Powell, JM (1991) Leucopogon collinus (Epacridaceae) and associated taxa in Tasmania. Papers and Proceedings of the Royal Society of Tasmania, Aspects of Tasmanian Botany: A Tribute to Winifred Curtis: A Symposium arranged by the Royal Society of Tasmania March 1991 . pp. 105-112. ISSN 0080-4703

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Abstract

Study of Tasmanian herbarium specimens currently under the name L. collinus (Labill.) R. Br. indicate that two other taxa are included within it. namely L. pilifer Wakefield, known previously from Victoria, and L. oreophilus Powell sp. nov. A key to the three species is given and each is described. The history of the names, problems associated with early collections and the distinction of early varieties are discussed.

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Additional Information:	This Symposium is a tribute to the botanical work of Dr. Winifred M. Curtis AM, work largely concerned with Tasmanian plants. Scientific and public knowledge of the Tasmania flora has been greatly enhanced by her contributions. Edited by M.R. Banks, S.J. Smith, A.E. Orchard and G. Kantvilas. – Copyright Royal Society of Tasmania
Keywords:	Royal Society of Tasmania, RST, Van Diemens Land, natural history, science, ecology, taxonomy, botany, zoology, geology, geography, papers & proceedings, Australia, UTAS Library
ID Code:	14671
Deposited By:	p doyle
Deposited On:	03 Aug 2012 14:11
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