Peliosanthes siamensis (Asparagaceae), a new species from northern Thailand
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Peliosanthes siamensis (Asparagaceae) is described from northern Thailand. A description, distribution, ecology, phenology, notes and illustration are provided. A provisional conservation status of the species in Thailand is also given.
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