A new dwarf Spathiphyllum (Araceae) from Brazil

 

Josef Bogner, & Marcus A. Nadruz Coelho

 

ABSTRACT

Spathiphyllum globulispadix Bogner & Nadruz, from Amazonas state, Brazil, is described and illustrated as a new species. It is characterized by its dwarf habit, up to ca. 15 cm in height, the globular spadix, unique in this genus, leaf blades 6.5–8 cm long and 1.8 –2 cm wide, with 5–6 primary lateral veins on each side of the midrib; the spathe is white.

 

KEYWORDS

aroids, Spathiphyllum globulispadix, Brazil, Amazonas state, taxonomy