First record of Lepanthes appendiculata Ames (Orchidaceae: Pleurothallidinae) from Nicaragua, with comments on the morphological variation, geographical distribution, and conservation status

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Lepanthes appendiculata Ames, a new record for the orchid flora of Nicaragua is presented, with comments on its geographical distribution, floral variations, and analysis of conservation status following IUCN criteria. Additionally, we include iconography of its floral variations, habitats, and a detailed distribution map. Based on the herbarium records and iconography, we also accept and corroborate 10 species of Lepanthes Sw. in Nicaragua.

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Title: Check List

Abbreviated Title: cl

Publisher: Pensoft Publishers

ISSN (Electronic): 1809-127X

Publication date Created: July 01 2016

Publication date (Electronic): August 04 2016

Volume: 12

Issue: 4

Page: 1941

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DOI: 10.15560/12.4.1941

SO-VID: a1becce2-67ad-4253-bf74-6b232cf933eb

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http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0

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