Dianthus borbonicus (Caryophyllaceae), a new species from Sicily
- Authors: BRULLO, S; BRULLO, C; COLOMBO, P; GIUSSO DEL GALDO, G; ILARDI, V; PERRONE, R
- Publication year: 2015
- Type: Articolo in rivista (Articolo in rivista)
- OA Link: http://hdl.handle.net/10447/149975
Abstract
Dianthus borbonicus a new species occurring in North-Western Sicily is described and illustrated. It is a rare chasmophyte belonging to the D. sylvestris group, which is exclusive of a rupestrian stand near Rocca Busambra (Ficuzza). Its macro- and micromorphological features (seed testa sculptures, and leaf anatomy), ecology, conservation status and a comparison with the related species are provided too.