The distribution of <i>Monechma</i> (Acanthaceae) species in southern Africa
The distribution of 19 species of Monechma in southern Africa is given and the manner in which their occurrence is related to rainfall is discussed. The possibility of a centre of speciation lying in south-west Namibia/South West Africa is considered.
Main Author: | Joan Munday |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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South African National Biodiversity Institut
1983-11-01
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Series: | Bothalia: African Biodiversity & Conservation |
Online Access: | https://abcjournal.org/index.php/abc/article/view/1211 |
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